Whys everybody shootin everybody?

[Driven1]

There have been 16 shootings this year by Jacksonville police. Last year,
there were 19. Both numbers are far higher than many like-size cities in
Florida and across the country.
Police say the shootings are because criminals are more aggressive toward
officers. Some community members say the increase can be attributed to a
lack of trust with police.
Why do you think the shootings are on the rise? How can they be stopped?
Please send your answers (150 words or less) to
marilyn.young@jacksonville.com before 6 p.m. Tuesday.
Please include your name, the part of town you live in and a phone number
(for verification purposes).
Some of the comments will appear in the Insight section, others will run on
jacksonville.com.



Marilyn Young
Assistant Managing Editor/Local News
The Florida Times-Union
(904) 359-4289
safe:morris

[jbm32206]

Is this just a public service type of post, or are you wanting to discuss the issue also? Figured I'd find out before giving my thoughts...

[Driven1]

both!