CMPD announces new initiative to reduce crime in Uptown

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police announced a new initiative aimed at increasing the visibility of officers and reducing crimes in all parts of the Queen City.  The operation is a new take on Operation Heartbeat, which ran from 2022-23. As part of the program, officers will shine steady blue lights from police vehicles to increase visibility.  The initiative was renewed by CMPD's Central Division last week, helping citizens feel safer as they come into Uptown, the department said. "One of the things that we hear from the community is that they want to see their police officers," Lt. Kevin Pietrus said. "When they see police officers, it helps them feel safe. We want to meet our community where they are."Read more: https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/crime/charlotte-mecklenburg-police-new-initiative-reduce-crime-uptown/275-47609b34-308d-473b-b274-4ce88bf38285WCNC Charlotte To Go is a daily news and weather podcast you can listen to so you can start your day with news that impacts you from the team at WCNC Charlotte.  SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts || Spotify || Pandora || TuneIn || Google Podcasts || iHeartAll of WCNC Charlotte's podcasts are free and available for both streaming and download. You can listen now on Android, iPhone, Amazon, and other internet-connected devices. Join us from North Carolina, South Carolina, or on the go anywhere.