Wednesday, April 17, 2024

Chief Edwards to Hold Briefing to Discuss First Quarter Crime Stats

Chief Edwards to Hold Briefing to Discuss First Quarter Crime Stats

 

WHAT:             Public Safety Briefing to the Community

 

WHEN:              1 p.m., TOMORROW, Thursday, April 18, 2024 

 

WHERE:           The briefing location is at RPD Headquarters, 200 W. Grace St.

 

Chief of Police Rick Edwards will address statistics from crimes that occurred in the first quarter of 2024 that impacted the public. Prior to the first quarter data, Chief Edwards will also address recent shootings in April, several of which involved juveniles.

 

BACKGROUND:    

This crime briefing will inform the community of crime trends impacting public safety, announce the early start to the multi-jurisdictional effort Operation Safe Summer, share information on recent arrests, and offer opportunities for members of the public to engage in upcoming community events to participate in a joint effort to reduce crime.

 

Media is invited to attend.