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Police Shakeup: New Assignments To Curb Gang Violence

Description:Chicago police superintendent moved seven officers into new posts to address increased homicide numbers in the city. Overall crime is down 30 percent this year, but homicides are approaching 500-a staggering number. Wednesday seven commanders got new roles in districts that have become hot spots to address the senseless killing largely associated with Chicago’s stubborn gang problem. (2:54)

Source: WGN

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