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Jul 15, 2015 Letters

Dear Editor,
As a citizen I am deeply concerned about the crime situation which seems to be spiraling out of control in this dear land of ours.  The rate at which crime is increasing is quiet alarming.
It is almost two months since the change in Administration and we are still awaiting the strategies which will be implemented to tackle this social problemin our society.
I reside in the West Ruimveldt Housing Scheme which is being affected by the surge in criminal activities.  Every other night and even in broad daylight individuals are being mugged and beaten by unknown persons.   These unknown robbers would usually traverse areas where people have to frequent to go home. In most of these areas they are no street lighting during the nights.
Despite there exists a Police Station nearby, I am of the view that it is understaffed with the necessary law enforcers to deal with the escalating crimes in this community.I believe quicker action is needed by the Ministry of Security to combat and arrest this problem as soon as possible.
I am also of the view that there is a need for more officers to frequent not only the West Ruimveldt Community but also other nearby areas where criminal activities are steadily increasing.
It is discouraging to know that you cannot venture out late at nights or even be safe in your own homes because of fear of being robbed and killed by these callous individuals. It seems as though the criminals are no longer afraid of the Lawand have become more blatant with their acts.
How much longer must citizens suffer at the hands of these criminals? When will we be guaranteed public safety?
Through the column of your newspaper I would like to appeal to the new Minister of Security to act swiftly to implement the crime fighting strategies or else Guyana will continue to senselessly lose its citizens to crime.
A Concerned Resident

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