MPD’s aggressive approach to crime stats will focus on re-offenders
Memphis Police Chief Cerelyn “CJ” Davis wants to start compiling data on who is arrested and charged and what other charges they have faced in the past. (Mark Weber/The Daily Memphian file)
Some City Council members say crime data spotlighting those arrested several times could help Memphians better assess their risks. Others say the lack of data isn’t what’s driving fear of crime in the city.
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