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Council, police and DA discuss 0-tolerance strategy for felons with guns as Anne Street park nears opening
Summary
Councilmembers raised safety concerns ahead of the January park opening on Anne Street; the police chief and representatives from the district attorney’s office described a coordinated approach emphasizing arrests and prosecution of convicted felons who possess firearms, expanded camera use and community mentorship.
Council members and residents urged a coordinated response to recent gunfire in District 5 as the city prepares to open a new neighborhood park on Anne Street. Council members said parents are reluctant to let children use the park while gunfire and weapons-related activity continue near the site.
The police chief described a recent meeting with the district attorney’s office and said the DA’s office committed to a "zero-tolerance" stance aimed at prosecuting convicted felons found in possession of firearms. The chief said that prosecutors…
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