CHARLOTTE — Residents and business owners in Charlotte’s Sugar Creek corridor are demanding action to address persistent crime and drug issues in the area.
The community gathered to call for collaboration and immediate safety measures, highlighting the need for change in a neighborhood plagued by drugs, crime, and prostitution.
“We are sick of the prostitution, we are sick of this dope that’s being sold,” said Marjorie Parker, a resident who expressed her frustration with the ongoing issues.
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In recent months, city leaders have taken steps to address the problems, including a business signing an authorization with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police to allow officers to arrest trespassers on the property.
The Oasis business plaza, co-owned by Michael Morings, has been a focal point for loitering and crime. Morings noted that while CMPD has increased patrols, the challenges persist as individuals return once police leave.
Mayor Pro Tem Dante Anderson emphasized that addressing the issues requires a joint effort from the city and the community. The city has also begun converting motel rooms into affordable housing to help revitalize the area.
The community’s push for change highlights the ongoing struggle to create a safer environment in the Sugar Creek corridor, with local leaders and residents working together to find solutions.
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