"DC Implements New Measures to Combat Surge in Carjackings: 7News Report"

The surge in carjackings in Washington D.C. has prompted concerns among residents and raised questions about the measures taken by city and police leaders to address the issue. With over 880 carjackings reported this year, more than double the cases from last year, residents are feeling unsafe and taking extra precautions. The Carjacking Task Force, consisting of 14 detectives, is primarily a reactive unit, responding to cases after the fact. The involvement of juvenile offenders poses a challenge, as judges are not allowed to hold them due to family court restrictions. An emergency public safety bill, allowing judges to hold juvenile suspects until trial, has been extended temporarily, and a permanent provision is being considered. The community is urged to play a role in protecting each other, as the city and council work towards addressing youth crimes.