Michael L. Thurmond CEO | DeKalb County
Michael L. Thurmond CEO | DeKalb County
The DeKalb County Police Department (DKPD) has been chosen by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to join the National Public Safety Partnership program (PSP). This initiative aims to assist DKPD in addressing violent crime through comprehensive training and technical support. The DOJ will focus on areas such as gun violence, criminal justice collaboration, investigations, constitutional policing, community engagement, federal partnerships, crime analysis, and technology.
Police Chief Mirtha V. Ramos stated, “While violent crimes rates are steadily decreasing year to year, PSP has a proven track record of helping sites lower crime rates and improve the quality of life for community members and we are excited to work with them to better serve our citizens.”
Over the coming three years, DKPD will collaborate with the Public Safety Partnership program to develop a network that addresses violent crime challenges specific to DeKalb County. The aim is to implement system-wide strategies for reducing crime and enhancing public safety.
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