Crime & Safety

Holiday Season Hits Downtown As Denver Struggles To Control Crime, Boost Safety

"There's no way to sugarcoat it: downtown has really been impacted by the pandemic," Mayor Michael Hancock said.

With several events planned this month, the city vows to tackle rising crime with more security, arrests and prosecutions.
With several events planned this month, the city vows to tackle rising crime with more security, arrests and prosecutions. (CBS)

By CBS Denver Staff:

The City of Denver is celebrating the holidays with a focus on safety as more visitors are expected to descend on downtown over the coming weeks. There are several events planned as the city vows to tackle rising crime with more security, arrests and prosecutions.

"I don't know what happens after night, but I mean, it's beautiful down here!" said Katrina who brought her family to the 16th Street Mall from Texas.

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