While some are calling for increased police presence at the school, others hope for a more community-based approach to stemming violence around Garfield.
SEATTLE — Starting on Thursday, Seattle police will have an increased presence on the Garfield High School campus after a shooting in the parking lot took the life of a 17-year-old student.
However, parents, students and community members are mixed about whether increased policing will decrease violence around the school.
Interim Seattle Police Department (SPD) Chief Sue Rahr said the decision came after Seattle Public Schools reached out to her this week. In a statement, she said in part, “I am
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