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Residents press council on juvenile violence and barn arson; Gilbert police say investigation ongoing and constrained by privacy laws
Summary
During public comment, residents described a string of violent incidents including a barn arson and alleged juvenile gang activity. The police chief said arrests were made in the arson case and the department must follow laws that limit public release of redacted juvenile records, but pledged ongoing communication with victims.
Several residents used the public‑comment period at the June 24 council meeting to urge town leaders and police for greater transparency and action after a string of violent incidents involving juveniles, including a July 3, 2024 barn arson.
Jenny Jones, the barn owner’s relative, and Bridget Vega, a community advocate, described threats, intimidation and criminal acts they tied to a group of juveniles. Jones said her family had been the target of a premeditated fire that destroyed a barn and described frustration with perceived delays and limited information from…
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