youth crime

Gloversville residents are requesting that city officials address local youth crime. Separately, the Hinsdale Police Chief submitted a letter of intent to retire months after an officer-involved shooting. These reports were presented as part of coverage sponsored by the Lia Auto Group.

Gloversville residents and business owners attended a City Council working session on Tuesday to seek solutions for youth crime in their city. The community described the issue of youth crime as a 'front page disaster.'

Iredell County deputies are using the annual multi-week Teen Academy program to teach teens how to handle everyday issues and build relationships with law enforcement in an effort to reduce youth crime rates.