The story behind declining homicides & violent crimes in Philadelphia - Inside Story 102625

Wednesday, October 29, 2025
6abc Studios (WPVI) -- This Sunday, Host Tamala Edwards interviews David Brown - Executive Director of the Civic Coalition to Save Lives and Adam Geer - the City of Philadelphia's Chief Public Safety Director on the recent good news of a steep decline in homicides and violent crime in the city in 2024 and 2025. Listen to how intentional partnerships and resources poured into community-based programs and organizations have made the difference on curbing crime here and is quickly becoming a national model.

For more info visit: SavePhillyLives.org

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