100+ Kansas City residents discuss rising crime rates, particularly stolen auto thefts and break-ins, with local police.
100+ residents of Kansas City's Waldo and Brookside neighborhoods gathered to discuss rising crime rates and concerns about police response times. The majority felt a shift in crime incidents over the last year or two, with stolen auto thefts and break-ins being significant issues. The Kansas City Police Department shared data on stolen auto being the highest category of property crime. They have initiated extra patrols and urged residents to continue reporting incidents, despite staffing challenges and a prosecution system under strain.
August 15, 2024
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