Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott, surrounded by city officials, on Monday unveiled an updated crime-fighting strategy, with a new focus on youth justice. Scott provided updates on Baltimore’s Comprehensive Violence Prevention Plan, which was first released in
Framework of new Baltimore violence reduction plan open for public comment
Framework of new Baltimore violence reduction plan open for public comment
By: WMAR STAFF
and last updated 2021-03-16 07:25:53-04
BALTIMORE â Baltimore leaders on Monday began mapping out new ways to try and combat long lasting issues with violence in the city.
This latest effort is a multi-layered one that aims to involve city residents.
âPast public safety practices have failed to yield long-term results for Baltimore. This Draft Violence Prevention Framework and Plan is based in equity, healing, and trauma-informed practices,â said Shantay Jackson, Director of the Mayorâs Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement.