In an effort to address violent crime in the city, the Gary Police Department wrapped up a four-year partnership with a U.S. Department of Justice program.

The department was involved with the DOJ’s Bureau of Justice Assistance through the National Public Safety Partnership, which is designed to help communities address violent crime with evidence-based strategies and federal resources, according to a Wednesday news release.

“PSP has provided the Gary Police Department with the tools, training and partnerships needed to build a smarter, data-driven approach to policing,” Chief Derrick Cannon said in a news release. “Our officers now have access to state-of-the-art technology and stronger investigative resources, which are helping us make our community safer and restore trust.”

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