Police have beefed up patrols in the crime-plagued "Collar City."
Responding to a series of recent incidents, and resident's concerns about shootings and arsons, Troy Police have suspended mandatory and optional training sessions to get more officers out on the streets. The move puts 20 additional bodies on the beat. Police Chief John Tedesco says officers have been added to the afternoon and evening shifts. The Narcotics Unit and other special terms are increasing their presence as well. The police department's budget will increase, but officials couldn't say by how much.
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