People who work and live in the French Quarter say crime is out of control.
NEW ORLEANS — Residents and business owners in the French Quarter say crime is taking over their neighborhood and it’s taking a toll on business. They said there needs to be a stronger police presence to help keep people safe and reduce crime.
New Orleanians love their city and so do tourists, but this beautiful city is number one per capita in murders in the country. Residents and business owners say the crime here is out of control.
Lucy Burnett has lived in the French Quarter most of her life, she said for the first time she’s concerned for her safety.
“It’s definitely affected our lives down here because you don’t want to walk alone,” Burnett said.
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