Created: May 05, 2021 04:37 PM
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.- A new program is being launched in Albuquerque to help bridge the gap between police and communities that may not completely trust officers. For us, this really is a part of a new way going forward for law enforcement, said Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller.
The APD Ambassador Program will designate an officer for refugees, Hispanics, Asians, veterans, LGBTQ+ and African American communities.
Members of the Black New Mexico Movement, an advocacy group, is cautiously optimistic that the program will help mend relationships. I mean, everything so far sounds good, looks good. It s happening. At this point, it s the first step, said Torrance Green of the Black New Mexico Movement. We ll see what happens next, we ll see what happens in the future. But, it s good to see the see city, APD, working together looking for a solution and at least trying.
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