Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and Cincinnati Mayor Aftab Pureval are launching a new initiative to combat violent crime, prompted by public outrage after a mob attack on two bystanders went viral. The plan seeks to bolster law enforcement resources and deepen coordination with federal agencies to address escalating violence. However, critics have questioned the initiative’s effectiveness, as well as the sincerity of the government response.
Pureval stated, “It is the responsibility of city leaders to keep our city safe and we take that very seriously.”
The initiative uses technology and targeted operations against serious offenders and parole violators. DeWine reported over a dozen arrests for crimes like arson and murder, while the Ohio Investigative Unit has also enforced alcohol laws in high-crime areas…