FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office
Contact: Dawn Fraylick, Communications Director
Office: +1 (586) 469-5737
Cell: +1 (586) 842-4421
Email: Dawn.Fraylick@macombgov.org
August 29, 2024
Macomb County Prosecutor's Office Hosts Hate Crimes Telephone Town Hall Event on Thursday, September 12, 2024
Mount Clemens, MI - The Macomb County Prosecutor's Office is proud to announce a Hate Crimes Telephone Town Hall on Thursday, September 12, 2024, at 7:00 PM. Hosted by Prosecutor Peter J. Lucido and Hate Crimes Unit Chief Patrick Coletta, this event offers residents a valuable opportunity to engage directly with the Prosecutor’s Office on critical hate crime issues.
During the town hall, Prosecutor Lucido and Chief Coletta will address various topics about Hate Crimes. Participants will learn what a hate crime is, resources that are available, how to report a hate crime, and what your community can do. The session will also include a Q&A segment, allowing participants to gain insights and clarity on their concerns.
Key Topics to Be Covered:
- Learn what is a hate crime
- What resources are available to hate crime victims
- How to report a hate crime
- Learn what your community can do
- Ask general questions
"Hate will not be tolerated in Macomb County. Addressing hate crimes is not just a legal responsibility but a moral one for our community. This Telephone Town Hall offers a unique platform for residents to voice their concerns and learn about the resources available to combat hate crimes. We are committed to ensuring that every individual in Macomb County feels safe and supported, and this event is a step toward achieving that goal," said Prosecutor Peter J. Lucido.
To join the Telephone Town Hall, register at https://macombgov.org/hate-crimes or by calling (586) 466-8722 and you will receive a call once the event begins.
This project was supported by Grant No. 15PBJA-23-GG-05368-HATE awarded by the Bureau of Justice Assistance, Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice. Points of view or opinions in this document are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice.
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