Guns Down, Gloves Up program positively influences children in 22nd District

Philadelphia Police Captain Nashid Akil leads the Guns Down, Gloves Up program for the children in the 22nd District to be able to defend themselves without the use of guns.

The Brief

Five Philadelphia Police officers have been suspended and could be fired over their involvement in a youth outreach program.

Four other former officers have also been charged, but have since either retired or resigned from the force.

The nine officers were charged with felony conspiracy and theft, allegedly getting paid for the program while being paid by the city at the same time.

Five Philadelphia Police officers have been suspended and could be fired after they were charged with illegally receiving payment for their invo

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