New Philadelphia Police Graduates to Serve in Kensington Neighborhood
- 75 new Philadelphia police officers graduating from the academy will be deployed to the Kensington neighborhood.
- The decision to assign the entire graduating class to Kensington was confirmed by multiple law enforcement sources.
- The deployment is set to take place on June 17, marking a significant reinforcement of police presence in the area.
The Philadelphia Police Department's newest graduating class of officers will be deployed to the city's Kensington neighborhood, known for its open-air drug market. Mayor Cherelle Parker's administration is focusing on efforts to clean up Kensington, with a five-step plan that includes warnings, law enforcement actions, community transition, and sustainability. The plan aims to bring safety back to the community and address the trauma experienced by residents, especially children and families. The Kensington Caucus, composed of city councilmembers, supports the increased police presence in Kensington to address public safety concerns. The new officers will graduate on June 17 and will be deployed to Kensington to reset norms and improve the quality of life in the area.