A law enforcement surge in D.C. has led to the clearing of homeless encampments and an alleged reduction in crime, but it is also raising concerns in neighboring communities, including Montgomery County, Maryland, about possible spikes in crime and homelessness as a result.

“All of our district commands are aware to keep an eye out for any changes,” Montgomery County Police Chief Marc Yamada said.

Yamada said unlike other situations, of which he has experience or can call on someone who has, this federal intervention in D.C. is new and “historic.”

“Everyone is sort of learning on the fly,” Yamada told WTOP.

Yamada said there has been a slight uptick in people requesting services, such as housing, and they are working to get those individuals support. He said the department is working w

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