The Hindu : Take precautions against crime, says Vijay Kumar

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Tuesday, Feb 04, 2003

Southern States

Southern States - Tamil Nadu-Chennai

Take precautions against crime, says Vijay Kumar

By Our Special Correspondent

CHENNAI Feb. 3. Residents, especially those living in multi-storeyed apartments, should take precautions to avoid falling victim to crime, the city police commissioner, K.Vijay Kumar, has said.

Speaking to reporters here recently, the Commissioner said young and fit persons should be recruited as watchmen and there should be proper illumination in the building, which would serve as a deterrent to criminals. "However, in several buildings aged persons are being employed as watchmen. These persons can be given other jobs if the residents want to help them", he added.

The police on their part were taking all steps to prevent crime and apprehend criminals. They were pursuing all cases vigorously. Apart from the police, the special patrol unit of the Home Guards was also jointly patrolling with the police.

There were cases in which housemaids were behind the crimes. "Public can approach the police to check the antecedents of those who are being employed by them. Though this facility is available, very few persons and companies have taken advantage of it," Mr. Vijay Kumar said.

The traffic police were taking various steps for preventing road accidents. Inviting suggestions from the public, the commissioner said instructions had been given for installing proper signboards to alert motorists about centre medians and barricades.

DVAC raids

Mr. Vijay Kumar parried questions about the recent trapping of police personnel for accepting bribes. "I have nothing to comment, one should be honest. The DVAC personnel are only doing their job".

The commissioner also urged the public to refrain from getting involved in `chain marketing schemes' as they could face legal action where the operation was found to be against laws.

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