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In response to "which has to do with one gang shooting another gang how?" by groiny

The trust matters a lot. If the community doesn't think the police will solve the crime, why call?

Posted by ty97 Jan 26 '17, 14:32

And worse, if members of the community think they may get arrested for calling (google instance of black men being arrested for driving their own cars) why would they call? Trust matters a lot.

You and I can't relate to that of course. I would call the cops in an instant. But that's not everyone's experience. How can we change that? This is one facet to focus on. (It's not the complete solution in any way, but it's one part)

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valid point. - groiny Jan 26, 14:33 3
- There are stories lately about the Chicago Police lowering policing and lowering solve rates. -- (edited) - ty97 Jan 26, 14:42
- Yes, but they don't trust the police to protect them. They've seen too many innocent people shot by cops, not to mention forced confessions and - pmb Jan 26, 14:37 1
  - And sadly, the CPD has a long and varied history of abuse on their part. -- nm - . Jan 26, 14:42

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The trust matters a lot. If the community doesn't think the police will solve the crime, why call?

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