Mayor Philip Jones and Police Chief Steve Drew discussed “gun violence statistics” relating to homicides and shootings so far this year.
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — Newport News Mayor Philip Jones and Police Chief Steve Drew held a press conference Wednesday morning about gun violence in the city so far this year, as well as new city initiatives aimed at continuing to reduce homicides and shootings across the city.
The press conference was held at the Newport News Police Department headquarters on Jefferson Avenue.
Chief Drew spoke first, taking a moment to address family members of gun violence victims who were in attendance.
“I know there are people in this room who have lost loved ones to gun violence,” he said. “You matter to me, you matter to the city. I appreciate your support and your trust in us.”
Chief Drew reminded the room that “as we talk about numbers and statistics, please …