Business owners, families, and everyone who lives in the Central District are fed up with the rise in violent crime.
Just this week alone, the A 4 Apple Learning Center was hit by gunfire in a drive-by shooting and a store owner was robbed at gunpoint outside her business. These crimes prompted a public safety meeting across the street from the daycare.Many who were in attendance at the meeting echoed their worries about city leadership and how they feel their voices have not been heard when it comes to violent crime.
And while many in the neighborhood feel the bulk of the responsibility belongs elsewhere, they also feel it will take a community effort to make the Central District safer. “And they are ready to do the work so my families feel safe, my staff and us feel safe,” Washington said. The daycare is asking the city for bulletproof windows so their kids and staff can be safe. Chief Adrian Diaz did meet with the daycare and parents yesterday about safety in the neighborhood. The owners of the daycare did feel he was understanding of their concerns, but that they believe actions speak louder than words.
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