OPELOUSAS, La. (KLFY) -- As part of their community engagement initiative, the Opelousas Police Department held a community walk this evening.

These walks give citizens and law enforcement the chance to interact face to face, which Chief Graig Leblanc says, strengthens the bond between them.

“We’re out here, we’re becoming one with the community.” said Leblanc.

Leblanc said he has always believed in a hands-on approach to policing, engaging with the community directly and hearing their concerns

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These community walks consist of Leblanc and his officers going door to door, talking to residents and listening to them.

“What’s the problems, what are their concerns, and even if it’s not our responsibility, it’s still our co

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