Incidents of gun violence remain stubbornly high throughout much of the Triad, with homicide numbers in Greensboro, High Point and Winston-Salem at or near historic levels. Opioids and gangs accounted for much of the crime in the past. But now youth violence and tensions magnified by the pandemic are exacerbating the problem. Law enforcement, researchers, and nonprofits charged with combating crime are forced to adapt their strategies to lower gun violence. It’s challenging work where success is often difficult to achieve, measure and sustain.
It s helped me stay out of prison | High Point nonprofit works to stop violence before it starts
High Point Community Against Violence (CAV) works with violent crime offenders, offering anything from job training to transportation. Author: Grace Holland Updated: 6:11 AM EDT July 15, 2021
HIGH POINT, N.C. High Point has now recorded a total of 11 homicides this year but it s the kind of violent crime a city non-profit works to stop before it starts.
High Point Community Against Violence (CAV) Executive Director Jim Summey said the organization has helped hundreds of people turn away from a life of crime over the years.