Tucson Police officers are increasing their presence at Midtown parks as part of a new year-long initiative called “Operation Relay” aimed at making public spaces safer and more welcoming for community members.
The operation targets 18 parks in the Midtown division after officers noticed these locations were becoming frequent sites for drug use and other illegal activities.
“We want everybody to use the park, but we want them to use it safely and within the guidelines of the law,” Lt. David Ortiz, patrol commander for Tucson Police said…