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The officer is still on paid leave.

Since the week ending Oct. 26, more than 230 juveniles have been arrested in the nation's capital.

I also asked Wells whether he knew how many of these 230 juveniles are under DYRS or court supervision? He said he did not know.

Wells will hold oversight hearings on the department on Tuesday. A word of advice on DYRS testimony: Don't forget Ronald Reagan's slogan on dealing with the Soviet Union -- trust, but verify.

kingc@washpost.com


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