BREAKING: Metro Police to Commit Overtime Funds & More Officers to Salemtown in Wake of Suspected Drug-Related Shooting

The Central Precinct contact posted the following message concerning the Easter night shooting and suspected drug dealing going on at 1612 6th Avenue to the Salemtown Neighbors list:

We are well aware of it and have officers in the area. We also have dedicated overtime funds to provide additional officers in the area over the next several weeks. I appreciate any information that you can give us. Please exercise caution when attempting to gather information. WE are going to continue to strive to make your neighborhood safe. Without going into great detail I just need you to trust that we are working at it from many angles.