Former FBI Official Criticizes No-Cash-Bail Policies Amid Deadly Shootings in Major Cities
Recent deadly shootings in Seattle and New York City have reignited debates over public safety and criminal justice policies. In Seattle, a shooting at a crowded food festival resulted in three deaths, with a 15-year-old suspect in custody. In New York, a 12-year-old boy was killed by stray gunfire in a suspected gang-related incident. Former FBI Special Agent Jody Weis criticized no-cash-bail policies, arguing they reduce accountability for repeat offenders and fail to deter crime. Weis highlighted the growing issue of youth involvement in violent crime and emphasized the need for a coordinated response across the criminal justice system.