Mayor Michelle Wu, alongside Police Commissioner Michael Cox and a coalition of city officials, announces a proactive summer safety plan aimed at addressing a troubling rebound in gun violence in Boston. As temperatures rise, so too does the potential for increased crime, prompting Wu to highlight a multi-faceted strategy that emphasizes community presence and resource availability as key components of public safety.
During a press conference at Mother’s Rest Park in Dorchester, Wu articulated her view that safety encompasses more than just law enforcement, noting the importance of community stability and opportunity. This approach comes at a critical time for the city, as officials seek to prevent a return to the violence seen in previous summers.
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