BATON ROUGE - On Monday, capital area first responders took to the streets surrounding Howell Park for a community walk, sharing the word of Baton Rouge National Night and also initiatives to curb crime in the region.

Baton Rouge Police said it is collaborating with other law enforcement agencies and community organizations to get to children and teenagers before they engage in violence.

"Having the community walk, having the police involvement, I think it lowers the crime rate, just a tad bit," Resident Cheronda Arthur said. "They give out t-shirts, they give out snacks, they give out roses to the mothers that they see, it's very community-based."

Her two children were among the dozens receiving treats and toys as part of the community walk. She said the event helps children learn to t

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