The recent spate of violence in Saint Lucia, marked by two double homicides over the past weekend, has brought the island’s crime rate to alarming heights. With 40 homicides recorded in the first six months of the year, the situation is becoming increasingly dire, warranting immediate and robust action from both the government.
Whilst Saint Lucians generally use murders as an indication of the crime rate, citizens also continue to report increases in robberies, burglaries, theft, stabbings and other forms of crime.
High crime, especially physical acts of violence places an additional burden on the already struggling healthcare system which has seen a reduction in financial resources. Saint Lucia is in trouble! #PierreEhCare#PuttingYouWorse#SaveOurSaintLucia
Philip J Pierre’s 40 Year Deal with GPH a Disaster for Saint Lucia!
Prime Minister Philip J Pierre’s decision to grant a foreign developer control over Port Castries and the Soufrière waterfront for a staggering 40-year period is highly questionable and deserves significant criticism. This move not only raises concerns about the long-term sovereignty of Saint Lucia’s key ports but also raises serious doubts about the fairness and transparency of the decision-making process.…
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