Enforcement of drug crimes in Kensington could begin as soon as April, police commissioner says

Stricter enforcement of drug crimes in Kensington could begin as soon as April and will be a “phased approach” in which community groups will first be given time to warn people using and selling drugs of new expectations in the neighborhood before police begin enforcing laws and making arrests,

“It would be a natural progression of getting back to just enforcing the laws that have not been,” he said. Although he did not say exactly where people would go or what services would be offered, he said the administration is committed to ensuring that the hundreds of people living on the streets don’t just disperse to other neighborhoods.

Bethel would not commit to a specific timeline for when enforcement will begin, but said the first phase will start shortly after Mayor Cherelle L. Parker’s 100th day in office, which is in early April. The communication phase, he said, “will not be a long-term process.” He said officials are still in the process of developing a detailed plan that must take into account both public safety and the complexities facing people in addiction, including the dangers of withdrawal, open flesh wounds, mental health issues, and disabilities.

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