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Adding to the public safety concerns, a co-worker recently reported having her car stolen—a crime that has unfortunately become all too common in the area. Many residents and workers within the district have fallen victim to such thefts, illustrating a broader breakdown in security and order.
The challenges associated with homelessness are also at the forefront of the discourse. The violent incident involving the homeless individual highlights the complex relationship between mental health, addiction, homelessness, and violence. Some community members feel that many in the homeless population carry out acts of violence, further complicating efforts to address the root causes of the disorder.