Area residents voice concerns at Town Hall Meeting hosted by Charlottetown Police

Hundreds of area residents gathered at Birchwood Intermediate School on Tuesday night for a neighbourhood meeting hosted by Charlottetown Police to discuss crime and safety concerns in the city.  Residents voiced concerns about the proximity of the Community Outreach Centre on Euston Street to schools, and what children have been exposed to during walks to and from school, specifically pointing to drug-use and needles.  Others talked about homes being broken into by individuals looking to sleep; as well as drug-use and threats.  Charlottetown Council recently voted unanimously to ask Charlottetown Police to develop a plan to address crime and illicit drug-use in the city.  Charlottetown Police Chief Brad McConnell says police will be more visible with foot patrols and they will take a stance of zero tolerance in regards to trespassing on private property.