City Of Providence: Statement From Mayor Elorza On Last Night's Violence

Press release from the City of Providence:

2021-08-07

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — “The violence we saw in our City last night is beyond inexcusable,” said Providence Mayor Jorge O. Elorza. “While the perpetrators and victims of this violence are likely known to each other, the cycle of gun violence and retaliation must end. We know that our community is already reeling from a global pandemic and now we have experienced even more tragic loss of life due to senseless acts of violence. This is unacceptable. I commend the Providence Police Department for working around the clock to protect our community and bring individuals to justice who are wreaking havoc in Providence. We must all work together– elected officials, public safety officials, faith leaders, business leaders, mentors for our youth, everyone – because we must all be part of the solution.”

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