Crime Fighting in England - Wouldn't Arrests Work Better?

Photo (AFP/File/Joshua Roberts)

Actual Caption From the Sunday London Express:

Police in northeast England have resorted to a more traditional method for crime-fighting, by enlisting the help of a town cryer, the Sunday Express reported.
Here's what he says whilst ringing a handbell:

"Oyez, oyez, Beware! Burglars, thieves and vagabonds are operating in this area.
"Keep all windows and doors locked. Shut it, lock it, don't give them the opportunity!"

I guess it's cheaper than actually arresting the crooks.

- as reported at Mullings.


In a related note - the London Express also reports that the government is simply "cautioning" - not arresting - at least 40 rapists annually.

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