In a concerted effort to combat persistent robberies and car thefts in Chicago, Mayor Brandon Johnson and CPD Superintendent Larry Snelling announced a new public safety strategy. During a press conference, they outlined a 'four pillar plan' aimed at addressing these crimes, which have remained high in recent years. The strategy includes being more proactive in targeting robbery crews that have struck across the city and unveiling new tactics to prevent robberies as warmer weather approaches. Officials also highlighted the use of helicopters, license plate readers, and widespread surveillance cameras to catch criminals, alongside efforts to forge better relationships with the community.
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Mayor Brandon Johnson joined Superintendent Larry Snelling to highlight Chicago's efforts to use helicopters, license plate readers and widespread surveillance cameras to catch criminals while trying to form better relationships with the community. https://t.co/ABcf9c9NlM
The Chicago Police Department today announced its strategy to address robberies and motor vehicle thefts across the city. Superintendent Larry Snelling was joined by Mayor Brandon Johnson, Chief of Detectives Antoinette Ursitti, Alderman Pat Dowell and Deputy Mayor Garien… https://t.co/yIJ4HaQqtk
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Chicago’s mayor and police superintendent met Friday to discuss car thefts and the new effort to catch the culprits, as warm weather apprahces. https://t.co/L2XICaEKcU
Chicago police officials unveiled a "four pillar plan" to address car thefts and persistent robberies, which have remained stubbornly high in recent years Friday afternoon. https://t.co/OJT65Bw1JR
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Superintendent Larry Snelling and Mayor Brandon Johnson at a news conference Friday said police plan to be more proactive in targeting robbery crews that have struck repeatedly throughout the city. https://t.co/d3jCEEA54m
WATCH LIVE: Mayor Brandon Johnson joins CPD Superintendent Larry Snelling for a Public Safety Press Conference. https://t.co/dLAJrOV9id