Knife Crime in our area has by nearly 50%. Sexual offences in London are up 50%. Robberies in London are up 45%.Theft from our shops has spiralled out of control. Motor vehicle theft in Richmond is up 83%. We do not feel safe in our own neighbourhoods.
I will fight to increase police presence and ensure all reported crimes are followed up thoroughly - the people in our communities deserve more than a crime reference number. Criminals will soon learn that there are consquences for their actions.