Rochester, N.Y. (WHAM) — Monroe County’s Juvenile Enhanced Diversion Stabilization program is reporting success and newly implemented initiatives. 13WHAM was given an exclusive look at the Youth Police Initiative, which aims to build trust between young people and law enforcement.
BACKGROUND: Monroe County’s JEDS program reports 3.4% re-offense rate, increased funding | Juvenile offenses on the rise, causing Monroe County to work together | Rochester leaders tout new programs as ways to reduce juvenile crime
The initiative, which has been part of the JEDS program since May, is a nationally recognized effort. Yeniel Otero, a graduate, shared how it turned his life around…