Do You Feel Safe in Park Slope?

In the past month, there have been in Park Slope—, according to the 78th precinct’s Commanding Officer Captain Michael Ameri.

According to crime analysis reports, most of the break-ins occurred in residential apartment buildings, where crooks have entered the homes through unlocked back windows. Captain Ameri also said that most of the burglaries have happened during the day.

Although crime in total throughout the neighborhood is down 2.3 percent, Captain Ameri said that compared to last year, burglaries went up 76 percent.

To help prevent more of these crimes, he said that he assigned more policemen to the day shift and will hopefully catch the criminals responsible for the recent string of burglaries.

Pauline Blake, the president of the 78th precinct community council, which meets once a month, said Park Slope is not dangerous, but its community members need to stay aware.

“This is a safe community, but we need to make it safe,” Blake said, explaining that Brooklyn is a metropolis where crime happens, but it can be prevented through outreach, education and a tight-knit community.

Ameri said that home invasions are “very invasive crimes” and many people don’t feel safe in their home after a break-in.

How do you feel? Do you feel safe in your apartment or home? Make sure to vote in the poll and let us know what precautions you may be taking.