Cville Weekly - The Balance of Power

The B.U.C.K Squad—Brothers United to Cease the Killing—is a nonprofit that was formed to reduce area gun violence by intervening in conflicts and de-escalating them before they worsen. By patrolling high-risk neighborhoods, the squad has been able to curb the spike in gun violence that occurred during the pandemic. “The whole thing is developing relationships within these communities, and letting folks know what you’re attempting to do to help [the] guys with these guns and selling drugs,” says Herb Dickerson, the group’s executive director. “Our personal experience and reputation proves that you can do different.” The B.U.C.K. Squad also runs a 24-hour hotline (365-4187) for assistance with domestic violence, substance abuse, missing children, and other emergencies.

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