Problem-oriented policing unit hits Danville streets

DANVILLE – The problem-oriented policing unit is up and running.

Public Safety Director Larry Thomason told the city council's public services committee Tuesday night that the unit targeted the 100 block of Tennessee Avenue and the city's parking deck on Walnut Street earlier this month.

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