Lil Duval returns to Jacksonville to talk change

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Comedian and actor Lil Duval came back to his namesake Monday to spark productive conversations.

He was raised near 8th Street and Myrtle Avenue in Durkeeville. He sat at James Small Park for hours, listening to each question and giving his two cents.

Some talked about police brutality. Others talked about the lack of jobs and resources. All talked about their emotions.

‘The issues are getting out of hand. It’s just anger right now,” Tomika Barnes said.

That’s obvious. After Alton Sterling and Philando Castile were killed by police – the protests started.

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A peaceful demonstration in Dallas ended when Micah Johnson opened fire on officers, killing five.

Hurtis Wyche believes the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office needs to build a better relationship with the community.

“We’re struggling. We’re dealing with all kind of things, but you don’t come out here and say ‘hey, how can I assist you? How can I help you?” he explained.

Lil Duval said a solution won’t come overnight, but he’ll do his part to keep the conversation going.

“Hopefully, I got to a few people. Hopefully I got a couple people. That then turns into a cancer. A good cancer that grows into everybody else.”

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