A "no-snitch" mentality and witness intimidation make it difficult to prosecute known criminals for their crimes, especially shootings and homicides. Police may have a viable suspect in a case, but often cannot charge the individual because witnesses are unwilling to come forward.
A new program developed by the Cincinnati Police Department hopes to change that. CCROW, Cincinnati Citizens Respect Our Witnesses, is designed to support witnesses and help make our communities safer.
Joining us to discussCCROWand the challenges witnesses often face are Cincinnati Police Department Therapist and Social Worker, KarenRumsey; andCPDSergeant JenniferMitsch, who came up with the concept forCCROW.
Anyone who feels they witnessed a crime and would like information on servicesCCROWmay be able to provide should contactCCROWat:
513-352-3542
Jennifer.mitsch@cincinnati-oh.gov
Karen.rumsey@cincinnati-oh.gov
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