In 2019, there were 60 homicides on highways, roads, streets and alleys. In 2020, the number nearly doubled to 118. In 2021, there were 120 homicides on the roads.
"Does it surprise me? No, that number has gone up. I see it. I am hearing it from the people who speak with me," said Castro.
He said he would like to see more HPD officers on the streets. Above all else, he wants change so there aren't more people in his shoes. A woman ABC13 spoke with on Wednesday said she has lived in the neighborhood for about six years but is starting to look for somewhere safer. The data collected shows these neighborhoods including Santa Rosa, Glenbrook Valley, Garden Villas and Fairlawn just off the Gulf Freeway have experienced a 34% increase in the number of murders in the past year compared to the three-year average in this area.
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