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2024 assessment shows rise in some arrests and weapons violations; commission seeks clearer police data
Summary
The commission reviewed the 2024 youth violence assessment, which notes a post-pandemic uptick in arrests — especially simple assaults involving females — and an increase in weapons-law violations for under-18s; members said they will convene with the police chief to request clearer, more detailed demographic data.
Worcester City Youth Advisory Commission members reviewed highlights from the 2024 youth violence assessment and said they will press the police department for clearer data on arrests and charges after the report identified several emerging trends.
"Although arrests have continued to decline overall since 2015, we've seen a slight increase since the pandemic," said Jen, commission chair. The assessment flagged a rise in arrests of females, concentrated in simple-assault charges, and an increase in weapons-law violations among people under 18.
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