RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Richmond officials and community leaders fanned out across the city Tuesday evening for National Night Out. The nationwide campaign is designed to strengthen relationships between residents and law enforcement.

Richmond Police Chief Rick Edwards said the department is focused on more than just enforcement.

“A big part is our community engagement... getting the community to give us the information we need to solve crimes and help deter it,” Edwards said.

The night of community-building on Tuesday, Aug. 5 comes after a 15-year-old was charged in the shooting of a 12-year-old family member on Monday. The shooting has renewed calls for responsible gun ownership and youth outreach.

“It is just another call for folks, if they are going to own guns to do it safely... to

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