Crime Rate Down in Tri Hamlet Communities

The Suffolk County Police Department and County Executive Steve Levy held a press conference yesterday claiming that new statistics show the crime rate in our community is at its lowest since 2003. Levy credits this drop to new police officers added to the 7th Precinct over the past several years and to increased patrols and crack downs. But you know what they say about "figures" - Figures lie and liars figure. Civic leaders invited to the press conference said that they are pleased with the news. However, it would be nice to hear from the actual residents of the community on their observations, instead of the usual self-appointed spokespersons of the area. While some of those "community leaders" claim things are getting better, most of the community residents disagree. And with the economy heading in the wrong direction.......could be time to reactive the Neighborhood Watch and step up our efforts to look after our streets.