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Re: Chain Snatchers Arrested
[Re: moxie]
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04/23/2016 03:47 PM
04/23/2016 03:47 PM
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Guess we will have to start wearing padlocks on our chains! <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/jester.gif" alt="" /> Yes, it really is sad. It appears now that this type of crime is worse on SXM than any of the other islands we recently visited. Many tourists are getting concerned so the island really needs to do something about this or business will be affected soon. Cuba is going to be big competition in the future as it is a very safe island.
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Re: Chain Snatchers Arrested
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04/23/2016 10:16 PM
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weeks5051 said: Why not just wear costume jewelry? And that could possibly be inviting danger.
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Re: Chain Snatchers Arrested
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04/24/2016 09:09 AM
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There are probably more of these types of crimes committed against locals than tourists when it comes to the chain grabbing.
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Re: Chain Snatchers Arrested
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04/24/2016 09:33 AM
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I hear what you're saying and unfortunately, it's the same song so many have been singing for too many years. But the thing is, for every person who won't return there are ten who will take their places. This kind of crime isn't high priority to the islands already thinly spread forces, but it sure is good to learn at least a few of the perps are off the streets for however long it may be. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/handshake.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/handshake.gif" alt="" />
Respectfully,
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Re: Chain Snatchers Arrested
[Re: soualigacapt]
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04/24/2016 10:40 AM
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I agree and do think the island is being more proactive with regards to crime but just like here in the US, you are not going to stop it all.
Just had a mass execution-style killing of 8 related family members in rural southern OH. Sad and tragic and much worse than one would ever expect.
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Re: Chain Snatchers Arrested
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04/24/2016 10:56 AM
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soualigacapt said: Despite what people say, the govt and police are doing something about it. They caught these guys and have implemented bike patrols that are very effective in catching these types of criminals. No govt or police force can stop all crime but they do what they can. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Thumbsup.gif" alt="" />
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Re: Chain Snatchers Arrested
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04/24/2016 11:09 AM
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Bob--that is true, they do seem to be catching some of these people, at least. I see stories in the DH with a decent amount of frequency, where they have caught some bad guys. They do need a LOT more money though, to do an even better job.
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