THE LBD’s SAFETY & SECURITY IS IMPROVING
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A recently published study and report indicates a dramatic reduction in criminal activity in the Locust Business District. The LBD is now actually the safest district in the City of St. Louis.
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The linked spreadsheet and bar charts validate that statement with a year-to-year comparison of critical crime statistics.
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Five Year Crime Analysis Locust Business District
(Source: St. Louis Police Department)
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The 4th District Saint Louis Police Department (SLPD) attributes the year-to-year drop in crime to several factors, including:
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1. Strategically enhanced police “patrol and presence”…including secondary Gold Shield security patrols paid for by the LBD.
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2. Utilization of enhanced surveillance and detection technologies.
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3. Increased business, residential and entertainment activity in the LBD as buildings are renovated and new people join the community.
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4. Increased citizen awareness and active participation in crime deterrence protocols (i.e. Keeping valuables out of sight in vehicles, notifying police of suspicious behaviors, etc.).
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5. The LBD Safety & Security Committee’s ongoing efforts to cooperate with the SLPD and to educate and engage LBD citizens about their role in the process.
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So, let’s celebrate the good news and then commit to doing our individual parts to keep the LBD safe and secure. Plan to attend the next LBD Safety & Security Committee meeting.
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And don’t forget to express a heartfelt “…Thank You!” to the next SLPD officer you see.
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(NOTE: The LBD Safety & Security Committee meeting dates are published in advance on the LBD website and promoted by emails. Everyone is welcome to attend and participate.)