Commissioner of Police Mark Collins is asking for the public’s help in ending the rise in violence marked by recent spate of firearm incidents around the Territory.
The Commissioner noted the need for wise counsel from those with family members and friends who are either aware of or participating with individuals discharging firearms and inflicting harm.
“In less than a month, we have seen two murders and Saturday night’s near fatality along with a number of other firearm-related incidents. The risk of injury or death to innocent bystanders is very high. Our community deserves to feel and be safe. We need all who are either party to these actions or participating themselves to refrain from any more bloodshed. Please consider the consequences of decisions made in the heat of the moment. Help us to restore calm,” he said.
He noted that his officers are committed to identifying offenders, but they cannot do so alone. “I urge anyone who has any information on Saturday night’s shooting or other recent incidents to come forward,” he said.
Persons can confidentially call the Crime Stoppers line 800-8477 (TIPS) or overseas, call 1-284-800-8477 with information about any of the recent shootings or illegal firearms in the Territory.