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2024–25 · Allston

Street cameras in Allston

Resident asks for street cameras in Allston to reduce break-ins, which they say disproportionately affect students and immigrants.

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The idea

Allston needs street cameras to reduce crime.

Who it helps and why

Allston has higher rates of break ins than other areas of Boston, which disproportionately affects the students and immigrants living in Allston. These groups may not know what resources they have to report or resolve crimes. Other areas of Boston that have street cameras have lower rates of crime.

Details

Cycle
2024–25
Submitted
August 14, 2024
Neighborhood
Allston
Place
Lincoln Street, Allston, 02134
Portal category
Public Safety
How it was submitted
Individual submission
Submission language
English

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