Ben Frazier has released what he’s calling a 'five point plan' to reduce gun violence.
Ben Frazier has released what he’s calling a “five point plan” to reduce gun violence. Just a day ago, two people were shot inFrazier says JSO and city leaders can’t keep approaching crime in the same manner and expect different results.
“We think that there needs to be some more effective and new and creative actions that JSO should take to reduce gun violence,” Frazier said.increased penalties for people caught with guns in city park, sporting events, school campuses and other public areascity of Jacksonville declare a city-wide cease fire between rivaling gangs“I’m saying if we know who they are, then we should seek to bring these gang leaders to the table,” he said.
“Their beef with each other should never jeopardize or threaten the lives of innocent people,” Frazier added. “Somebody needs to sit down and have a little talk with them. I’m willing to meet with them. If they know who they are, I’m telling you right now, I’m willing to sit down and talk.” Frazier, who says violent crime is most prevalent in Jacksonville ZIP codes 32206, 32208 and 32209, says it’s part of a community problem that requires a comprehensive solution. He’s asking thein underserved and marginalized neighborhoods in Jacksonville.
“We need a massive job program. What makes you think you’re going to stop the violence, when there’s in fact a direct connection, that inextricable link if you will, between poverty, unemployment and economic degradation? We’ve got to get these people a job. Give them something to do besides hang out in the streets,” Frazier said., involving advertising agencies, sports personalities and even local broadcasters.
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