| East Aurora Successfully Targets Gangs
In 2004, the number of gang-related shootings in East Aurora had increased dramatically. Shooting victims’ families joined politicians, law enforcement officials, and the community to demand effective measures to prevent this violence.
Expanded Community Policing Revitalizes Neighborhood
The high rates of crime and poverty and low levels of pride and ownership in one neighborhood in New Haven contributed to a sense of despair and urgency that spurred community residents, leaders, and local officials to take action.
Resources
Examine data on the nature of contacts between police and the public; learn about OVC’s new Web site for crime victims, volunteers, and victim service providers; and find out more about researching local problems.
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