‘It’s Not Working,’ Council Member Frustrated At Relentless Violence In Baltimore As Police Defend Crime Plan

At least 14 people have been shot in Baltimore since Friday, and the city’s homicide total stood at 184 Wednesday compared with 173 at this time last year. Non-fatal shootings are up as well to 369 compared with 350 at this time in 2021. Top police brass—including the commissioner—took questions and some criticism from the city council at a public safety hearing Wednesday afternoon.