Phoenix police unveil crime reduction plan after data shows homicides up 39%

The Phoenix Police Department has unveiled a new plan to reduce crime after newly released numbers show violent crime is on the rise, with homicides skyrocketing to their highest numbers in at least six years, and aggravated assaults up sharply. The department released the crime reduction plan on Monday and stated in a news release that it is designed to "provide guidance to staff on preventing and reducing crime by utilizing a community and victim-centered approach." Phoenix police Chief Michael Sullivan directed his staff to come up with the plan....