Neighborhood Says "Farewell to Gangs"
06/15/2007
Fresno Police Chief Jerry Dyer, along with Central District Commander Captain Dennis Bridges, would like to invite you to attend a neighborhood event tonight as residents say "farewell" to gangs.
The event will be filled with fun activities for kids of all ages, including a bounce house and a look at the Police Department's Mobile Command Vehicle.
The party is located at Nevada and Third Streets in Central Fresno, beginning at 4:00 pm and will last for several hours (perfect for evening newscast weather live shots).
The event coincides with the dramatic drop in crime in Central Fresno. Violent crime in Central Fresno is down 23% this year, as well as aggravated assault and robbery being down 28% and 17% respectively.
Interview opportunities with the police and residents of the community will be available. Please contact Public Information Officer Jeff Cardinale at 621-2486 or 978-9687 (cell) with any media inquiries.