Petersburg Tackles Gun Violence Head-On

Richmond News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 26, 2026 · 1m

Petersburg is hitting pause on gun violence with a bold new plan: tighter police coordination, strict enforcement of the teen curfew, and community-wide action. After a Father’s Day shooting left five injured, officials are pulling in state and federal help, exploring new officers via a repurposed grant, and urging residents to join the conversation. One local business owner already changed his hours to avoid danger — a stark reminder of how deeply this crisis affects daily life. With town halls open for input, the city’s message is clear: safety won’t come from one side alone — it takes…