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Police report: National Night Out drew hundreds; chief describes recent weapons incidents
Summary
The police chief said National Night Out drew roughly 600–650 people and that officers recently responded to an attempted homicide call and a burglary; the department says recent activity underscores the need for sustained local policing capacity.
Police reported a successful National Night Out event with estimated attendance between about 573 (food counts) and 650 (other tallies); the department distributed bicycle helmets, gun locks and coordinated multiple local vendors. The chief said the turnout and vendor feedback were positive and thanked volunteers.
Separately the chief recounted two recent incidents: an attempted homicide call involving a group with firearms where officers apprehended suspects and recovered a 9mm and other items, and a separate burglary/arrest where stolen property and controlled substances were recovered. The chief told the council these episodes underscore the need for a properly staffed and led local police agency and defended recent efforts to rebuild trust and interagency cooperation with county and state partners.
