A key figure in a reported truce between previously feuding gangs urges national support for efforts to end gun violence.

A key figure in a reported truce between previously feuding gangs urges national support for efforts to end gun violence.

Winston Branch, who is known as Iston, is said to have been instrumental in organizing a meeting of scores of members of various blocks and communities to end a reputed war that’s been leading to gun violence and several deaths.

He called into VOB’s Down to Brasstacks call-in program to respond to skepticism about the development.

Mr. Branch insists that there is genuine desire in the affected communities for an end to the gun violence.

He explained his rationale for getting involved in the initiative.

And citing his personal experience, he urged that people be given a second chance.