A local chapter of a national non-profit sponsored a violence prevention forum in North Philly, with the goal of increasing safety in communities for young people and improving relationships with law enforcement.
A local chapter of a national non-profit sponsored a violence prevention forum with the goal of increasing safety in communities for young people and improving relationships with law enforcement.A local chapter of a national non-profit is on a mission to curb the gun violence epidemic and Saturday, sponsored a violence prevention forum in North Philly, with the goal of increasing safety in communities for young people and improving relationships with law enforcement.
"I’m hoping to inspire some of these young people to just be someone who impacts change in their community," Lt. William Slaton said. "You don’t have to succumb to your challenges and be a victim of your community," Lt. Slaton commented. "You can do better in your life and do better in your community, as well as your family."
"I feel like giving these kids a good reinforcement in their local law enforcement is gonna go a real long way to helping." Roman said.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Police fatally shot an armed man during a foot chase in North Philly, PPD saysPolice fatally shot an allegedly armed 33-year-old man during a foot pursuit and physical altercation Thursday afternoon in North Philadelphia, a police spokesperson said.
Read more »
Neighbors question details of fatal North Philly police shootingAccording to a law enforcement source, the police body camera footage appears to show Smith pointing a firearm at an officer. The investigation, however, was in preliminary stages.
Read more »
Neighbors question details of fatal North Philly police shooting of 33-year-old manAccording to a law enforcement source, the police body camera footage appears to show Smith pointing a firearm at an officer. The investigation, however, was in preliminary stages.
Read more »
Lizzy McAlpine's Intimate Live Show Is Like A Hang At A Friend's HousePhilly native LizzyMcAlpine returned to her hometown for a cozy performance.
Read more »