One business owner in EaDo has had his restaurant and personal vehicle broken into three times in seven months.
"I've witnessed it and I've been a part of it," Jacobos said. "It's just very frustrating." In December, his restaurant was broken into twice in three days. A suspect was arrested in that case.Jacobos said that he has surveillance footage of the burglaries, but suspects have not been identified. He is also frustrated that the crime is happening so close to a police substation.
Recent data from city officials show that overall crime is down in the city, but property crime has seen a slight increase. Mark Jones, a Political Science Professor at Rice University, said that it is going to be important for the mayoral candidates to demonstrate how they will help reduce levels of crime in the city.
Many of the lead candidates for mayor have given their stance on crime, including the front runners, Sheila Jackson LeeU.S. Congresswoman Lee has touted her dedication to local law enforcement, through her past legislation that pumps federal dollars into departments. She also says in a statement that she will continue to work with local law enforcement and the community to tackle the issue, and bring more police visibility to random crime.
State Senator Whitmire aims to tackle crime first day by increasing the number of cops on patrol. His full statement to FOX 26:
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