Opinion: More police data on problem tenants can help reduce crime
Daniel Quinn
Danny Quinn has 40 years of experience as a residential rental property owner and management consultant in Memphis. He partners with JD Marks Property Management to oversee the management and operation of hundreds of residential rental units in the Memphis area.
Data showing the number of times police are called to apartments helps apartment owners and managers identify problematic tenants and intervene as necessary. It also frees up police resources.
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