He's presented himself as this so he can get discounts, so people don't ask for his identification. He then uses the victim's identification or credit card. Usually he's not questioned because he claims he's a police officer or firefighter. |
It doesn't just happen in one part of town or to one particular background. All children in that age bracket are vulnerable. If you come from a rich family, poor family, that shouldn't matter. It shouldn't be a prerequisite as to why you should be exposed to violent crime. Silent Witness is empowering the community to say we're not going to take it anymore and when you take that attitude, it sends the message to criminals. |
There's no doubt in my mind that it was extremely productive. (We've) got good feedback, good phone calls, but you don't know until that information is processed and followed up. |