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New Crime Gun Intelligence Center Opens in Northeast Ohio

The center aims to enhance collaboration and technology to combat gun violence across the region.

Overview

  • Attorney General Merrick Garland announced the opening of the new center in Cleveland.
  • The center will leverage advanced ballistic analysis and firearm tracing technology.
  • Over 30 federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies are collaborating in this initiative.
  • The center is part of broader efforts that have already seen significant reductions in violent crime.
  • The initiative faces potential challenges due to proposed budget cuts to the Justice Department.