Bakersfield Police Chief Greg Terry emphasized the importance of community safety and proper intervention methods during a recent interview, addressing concerns about retail theft, DUI enforcement, and department budget challenges.
Following a tragic shooting outside a Foodsco store, Terry urged residents to help combat crime through safe means rather than direct physical intervention.
“I want people to engage. I want people to intervene, but I want you to do that by calling 911 using your cell phone,” Terry said. “Be that effective eyewitness because that is the most effective way consistently and the safest way for the community to intervene.”…