Crime & Safety
Bernards Police Respond to Warning from Baltimore PD
Baltimore Police Department issues nationwide warning about an organized effort to "take out" cops on Monday.
On Monday morning, Baltimore Police sent out a written warning in the aftermath of the April 19 death of Freddie Gray and a national rally against police brutality:
“The Baltimore Police Department/Criminal Intelligence Unit has received credible information that members of various gangs including the Black Guerilla Family, Bloods and Crips have entered into a partnership to ‘take-out’ law enforcement officers. This is a credible threat. Law enforcement agencies should take appropriate precautions to ensure the safety of their officers.”
Over the weekend, the Nation of Islam facilitated a truce between rival gangs the Bloods and the Crips, who united in the rally against police brutality, according to The Daily Beast.
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In an email to Patch, Bernards Township Police officials said they were unaware of any potential threats from gang members, but has said the department has implemented officer safety mechanisms. Police Chief Brian Bobowicz said he could not elaborate on any mechanisms or precautions as sharing them may undermine their effectiveness.
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