Sabahans worried over crime situation – kapitan
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Posted on August 26, 2013, Monday
KOTA
KINABALU: Locals now fear for their safety due to the rise in robbery,
burglary, shooting and murder cases in Sabah, according to Kota Kinabalu
Kapitan Liaison Committee chairman Kapitan Lim Shin Min.He said the security situation in the state is worrying and a cause of anxiety among the people.
“If the relevant authority does not make an effort to resolve these security issues, it will not only affect the people’s confidence towards the government, but would also negatively impact on foreign investors and tourists who visit here,” he said.
Lim cited a few crime cases, including the father who killed his son and drank his blood in Lahad Datu, car theft, carjacking, murder cases with unknown motives and others.
“These crime cases happen no matter night or day, which is worrisome for the people,” he said in a press statement.
Lim said the police force is responsible for the safety and security of the people and their property.
“We hope the security authorities will take effective measures and beef up their patrols to combat crime,” he said.
Lim also said a rising crime rate would negatively impact on the state’s economy.
Besides, the people should also be involved in crime prevention, he said.
Lim suggested several crime prevention measures, including dividing the city into many security areas whereby police officers can visit the areas and mingle with the public to gain a deeper understanding of the security issues in the specific area, and to organize talks on crime-related subjects for the public in an area.
He said the public should play a part and assist the police in combating crime.
“It is difficult to combat crime if the responsibility rests solely on the police force, without the involvement and cooperation from the public,” he said.
Lim also urged the police to hold dialogues with various associations to encourage their involvement in surveillance activities or other crime prevention measures.
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