 There have been calls for more police patrols |
A decline in community spirit could be to blame for a rise in crime in Guernsey, according to a member of the island's Crime Prevention Panel. Latest figures from the States show reported offences are up by about 12% - with criminal damage the most common.
Karl Richards said there is a changing society in Guernsey where other people's property is not valued.
He said: "We haven't got that feeling of close community that there was a few years ago."
Foot patrols
But Mr Richards is confident the island will be able to get back on track.
He said: "We're keen to get society as a whole to really stand up and try to scout for these sort of incidents.
"I think Guernsey certainly isn't alone with seeing rises in criminal damage - it's the same in the UK and Jersey."
Earlier this year States deputy Eric Walters called for more police patrols to deter would-be criminals.
Guernsey Police said high-visibility foot patrols were part of the force's strategic priorities and Chief Officer George Le Page said greater social responsibility was needed.
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