Violence is a problem in Florida, just like elsewhere in the United States. And one of the most troubling and heartbreaking types of violence is violence perpetrated by young people. Juvenile crimes tend to be one of the most difficult types of violence to grapple...
Month: May 2023
Risk factors that contribute to teen violence
Teen violence is a complex issue that has serious consequences for Florida families and communities. Numerous risk factors are associated with it. Violence at home Children who witness domestic violence or are victims of physical or emotional abuse themselves are at a...
Florida police make 29 arrests after neighborhood complaints
Complaints from the residents of a quiet Florida community triggered an investigation that led to the arrest of 29 individuals on drug, gun, prostitution and racketeering charges. The chief of the West Palm Beach Police Department announced the arrests on May 9...
Roadside drug testing may soon be a thing of the past
Most police and corrections departments in Florida and around the country use chemical field test kits to identify illegal drugs. These kits cost about $2, and they are very easy to use. Police or corrections officers place a substance in a plastic bag containing...
