Tennessee Governor Bill Lee was in Memphis on Friday to discuss the new “Memphis Safe Task Force”.
Governor Lee met with local, state and federal officials to discuss the initiative to eradicate violent crime in the city.
During a press conference, Governor Lee said Memphis was dear to him as the home of his grandparents and birthplace of his mother.
Starting this week, the Governor said the enforcement against crime would begin.(AUDIO)
Governor Lee explained the agencies that will lead the effort to restore safety to the city.(AUDIO)
After several years of Memphis recording the most violent crimes in America, the Governor said the formation of the Task Force was necessary.(AUDIO)
During the press conference, Governor Lee also announced a $100-million grant for public safety initiatives for Memphis.
