Chief David Mara(Hour 2a, b)

(Hour 2a) Manchester Police Chief David Mara joined us to discuss the MPD’s efforts to address growing concerns over gang-related activity.

How real is the gang problem in Manchester?

Mara filled us in on the Urban Violence Working Group and the resources they’re tapping into to curb the violence and “connect” with at-risk youths.

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(Hour 2b) More on the early intervention program that is the Urban Violence Working Group.  Also, more cops will soon to be on the job.

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