Paterson Police Department starts new foot patrols

New police recruits will be paired with veteran officers to walk the neighborhoods, help increase trust in the department, and address public safety concerns.

Video Transcript

– Paterson Police Department in New Jersey started special foot patrols today. Mayor Andre Sayegh joined the public safety director Jerry Speziale on the patrols throughout the city’s hot spots. Speziale said this is a form of good old fashioned police work. Foot patrols allow officers to see and hear things they wouldn’t notice in a police cruiser. The patrols also allow officers to interact with the community. Speziale also said, quote, “There is no quality of life if you don’t feel safe in your homes and your neighborhoods.”

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