Detroit police precincts hosted National Night Out events Tuesday, bringing officers and residents together at a time when the city is experiencing a troubling increase in youth gun violence.
All 12 of Detroit’s police precincts were packed with community members participating in the annual nationwide event designed to strengthen police-community partnerships.
Watch Carli Petrus’ video report below:
Detroit police and community unite at National Night Out amid surge in youth violence
“Like I told the officers, it’s finally good to see them in a positive light,” said Greg Jones, who attended the event with his young daughter Beijing…