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The United States is experiencing an increase in violent crime and unfortunately the City of Spokane is no exception. Recently the City has experienced a number of drive by shootings resulting in serious injury and the loss of life. This alarming trend prompted City and Police leaders to take action in announcing the formation of a Violent Crimes Task Force. The new seven-member team will address the community’s most egregious offenders to eradicate the violent crime and the accompanying drug and property crime. It will include two sergeants as supervisors and a mix of five other officers at different levels and is built based on the learnings and successes of other specialty teams the department has operated.
During their first month, the task force has been focusing on the specialized training necessary for safe and effective proactive enforcement. However, even during their initial training have been involved in several significant arrest operations.
The vast majority of Spokane residents are caring, compassionate, and peaceful individuals. The Violent Crimes Task Force has been formed to hold those few who jeopardize the safety of our community accountable for their actions.
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