BRPD, Broome issue statement on recent violence; plans to increase patrols underway

BATON ROUGE- The Baton Rouge Police Department and Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome have each issued statements regarding recent violence in the city.The statement from BRPD reads:"Due to the increased violence that occurred last night, the Baton Rouge Police Department will be increasing patrols throughout the city, focusing on the areas where these crimes are occurring.We want the community to know that officers will continue to provide a high visibility and constructive contact while pat