Community leaders, police & residents tackle Jacksonville crime in virtual forum
Forum focused on community policing
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Five weeks into 2021, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office has reported seven murders that police are investigating.
On Thursday night, community leaders met with citizens in a virtual workshop to discuss ways to reduce violent crime.
Members of the Sheriff’s Office joined the virtual meeting. The goal is to encourage residents to openly voice concerns and ask questions about public safety.
A topic that came up was developing trusted relationships between police officers and the community members that they serve and protect. It’s known as community policing.