While I cant comment on what has or has not been done and how many ‘innocent’
homeless of poor people get harsh treatment by ‘authorities’ , I would want to
see a new approach where homeless who have no record of crime or antisocial
behaviour get short term, dry and secure local shelter in
The best crime-prevention in Observatory is visible policing ... not
expensive security cameras. Regards, Stephen
On Mon, Apr 27, 2015 at 2:22 PM, obsnw@googlegroups.com wrote:
obsnw@googlegroups.com
This is an important advance in getting Lower Main back as Observatory
communities activity street day and night for us normal people to enjoy and
feel safe in a pleasant ‘people’s social public entertainment environment.
We should be aware that it will be more difficult to catch people who
While I agree with Stephen that “The best crime-prevention in Observatory is
visible policing’’, particularly if this is supported by an active eyes and
ears informed community ready, involved and reporting all perspectives of what
is going on (both quite problem free areas and volatile hoy
Berry good constable!
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I couldn't agree with you more, Jenny. Below is a copy of my recent email
to Obsid and their social fieldworker:
For well over 18 months, we have frequently witnessed the
addiction-fuelled madness and misery of the likes of Nicole MacHattie and
Mike Slate - portrayed in a recent article -
Thank you Mark, you have a valid point and I think it is something that
needs to be given attention. I do however question the innocence of the
people pictured here. I have, on a regular basis, found Nicole standing
next to the Nedbank ATM at night and as each person draws money, she
would
