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APD Chief and Mayor give public safety update

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Violent crime in the city of Albany has been on a steady decline, police chief says. Quality-of-life issues have become a more prominent concern for residents. The mayor is urging residents not to give panhandlers money, but to donate to community organizations like food pantries and homeless shelters.

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APD Chief and Mayor give public safety update

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Violent crime in the city of Albany has been on a steady decline, according to Police Chief Eric Hawkins. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! A chart shown during a public safety announcement Wednesday displayed data comparing January to September of 2022 with the same time frame in 2023: While Chief Hawkins acknowledged the 6 percent decrease, he and Mayor Kath…

2 years ago·Albany, United States

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