According to an article The Edmonton Journal, published on April 5th, 2008 by Jim Farrell, an area surrounding an Edmonton, Alberta, Canada is extremely dangerous. A stumbled into Stanley A. and collapsed on the ground apparently due to a stab wound the stomach. The victim had been involved an altercation with another the and came into the as a place to receive attention. A security guard used CPR to revive the and get him breathing again. The was taken to the hospital and no one had been arrested yet. The is located downtown Edmonton and the area has been increasingly violent with assaults and muggings becoming more common. A security guard claimed, “It’s the of fear.”
Libraries are known as a safe place, but this is definitely an extreme definition. It is very scary for the residents of Edmonton that their is becoming surrounded by frequent criminal activities. I have read of several libraries updating their facilities to attract more visitors and welcome younger generations. This is definitely a predicament. I would be hesitant to visit especially by myself; libraries should be a place where the patrons feel safe inside and out. I think the Edmonton authorities should take action to restore their and downtown area to the safe-haven for people and readers alike. Increased security and perhaps renovation of the facilities will make the area more attractive for visitors and less attractive for criminal activity. (Word Count: 255)
http://www.canada.com/edmontonjournal/news/story.html?id=fc3e9b4a-6146-458b-ae59-09eeffaea083&k=90821
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