A local non-profit that intervenes in neighborhood conflicts to de-escalate violence says the drop in the city’s murder rate is proof that it’s working. Show Me Peace works to create a culture of peace, intervene in conflict and reduce homicides and gun violence in the Ville, Wells-Goodfellow, Walnut Park and Dutchtown neighborhoods.
Jason Watson is the senior vice-president of engagement for Mission St. Louis and oversees Show Me Peace. Hear his interview on KMOX with Debbie Monterrey here:
Police have a role to play, says Watson, but they come after the fact to investigate a crime, not to intervene…