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Roanoke Police launch 'Operation Summer Shield' targeting violent offenders and summer nightlife issues
Summary
City Manager reported the Roanoke Police Department will carry out 'Operation Summer Shield,' a summer safety plan that includes felony-warrant apprehensions, targeted traffic enforcement and downtown saturation patrols partnered with the U.S. Marshals Service and Virginia State Police motors unit.
Roanoke City Council was briefed June 2 on the Roanoke Police Department's planned summer operation, branded "Operation Summer Shield," intended to reduce violent crime and disorder during peak summer periods.
City Manager Turner said the initiative will prioritize felony-warrant apprehension in partnership with the U.S. Marshals Service and Operation Summer Guardian, increase targeted…
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