Sleepless in Seattle: Residents Forced to Take Crimefighting Into Their Own Hands As Police Do Nothing
Residents of Seattle are increasingly taking crime prevention into their own hands due to perceived inaction from local police. Many have begun erecting makeshift barricades in their neighborhoods to deter crime, particularly gun violence. This situation has sparked a debate over the effectiveness of local governance and public safety measures.
- ▪Some Seattle residents are building barricades to protect their neighborhoods from rising crime rates.
- ▪Residents report frequent gunfire and a lack of police response to their safety concerns.
- ▪The makeshift barriers are intended to prevent criminals from using side streets during shootings.
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Sleepless in Seattle: Residents Forced to Take Crimefighting Into Their Own Hands As Police Do Nothing By Bob Hoge | 9:29 PM on May 25, 2026 The opinions expressed by contributors are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of RedState.com. Homeless in Seattle. (Credit: Gillfoto) Democrats will tell you crime is getting better in blue cities around the country. Does anyone actually believe that? Just ask residents of Los Angeles, where Mayor Karen Bass touts statistics showing that crime rates have lowered when, in reality, there’s been a home invasion wave, and street takeovers are as regular as the sunshine.
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