Police presence in downtown apartment buildings create reduction in violent crime [Video]

Reports indicate that violent crime in Winsdor’s Glengarry neighbourhood has decreased from an average of four incidents a month, to one.

Prompted by concerns from residents and the Windsor Essex Community Housing Corporation, Windsor police began stationing officers inside of local apartment buildings roughly four weeks ago in an effort to deter crime, and increase security.

Constable Bianca Jackson said that their presence is making an obvious impact, “We are seeing people who have outstanding warrants for their arrest, and committing crimes in real time.”

She said that the initiative has resulted in a 39 per cent increase in arrests in those the 300 and 400 blocks of Glengarry. “The residents who live in the area are very happy to see that as well as, the feeling of safety – they are feeling much more safe in their buildings.”

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