Cooper-Young residents say crime is an issue everywhere
By Kendra Harris/MicroMemphis Reporter
The victims of crime say the experience has shaken them, but it also taught them to be more aware of their surroundings and convinced them it is their job to protect themselves.
Residents of the Cooper-Young neighborhood say that crime is always an issue, but taking precautions can prevent most problems.
Lynne Hardin, Cooper-Young resident, Hardin was attacked from the back by and man and hit in the face in early January. He took $3 dollars and left Hardin with a swollen and bruised cheekbone.
Hardin said she has taken numerous martial arts classes over the years but that still did not prepare attacked she encounter. She was walking on Nelson Street in Memphis between Cox Avenue and East Parkway at 3:30 a.m. when the perpetrator attacked her from the back.
R.G. Houston, precinct commander of the Crump police station said it is important to be aware of your surroundings, and be especially alert when you reach cross streets or areas with poor lighting. He encourages neighborhood residence to keep their bushes cut and keep their homes well lit.
“Residents are being too careless with their possessions,” Houston said.
If one feels one is particularly at risk for assault or mugging, one may want to consider taking a self-defense class. There are numerous of places in Memphis to take self-defense classes. At the Memphis' Original Krav Maga Center one can learn basic ways to defend oneself, as well as the best way to carry oneself on the street to project a confident, secure image.
“I don’t feel there is any imminent threat to residents or patrons to the Cooper-Young area. Just like any other part of Memphis (or any city for that matter), you will find a few bad seeds here and there. The actions of such a minute few shouldn’t reflect the rest of the area/population as a who,” said Hardin
Although Hardin went through her traumatic experience, she still would absolutely recommend this neighborhood to friends and family. She said it is rich in culture and is diverse. And believes the crime in this area is so uncharacteristic and sporadic.
The victims of crime say the experience has shaken them, but it also taught them to be more aware of their surroundings and convinced them it is their job to protect themselves.
Residents of the Cooper-Young neighborhood say that crime is always an issue, but taking precautions can prevent most problems.
Lynne Hardin, Cooper-Young resident, Hardin was attacked from the back by and man and hit in the face in early January. He took $3 dollars and left Hardin with a swollen and bruised cheekbone.
Hardin said she has taken numerous martial arts classes over the years but that still did not prepare attacked she encounter. She was walking on Nelson Street in Memphis between Cox Avenue and East Parkway at 3:30 a.m. when the perpetrator attacked her from the back.
R.G. Houston, precinct commander of the Crump police station said it is important to be aware of your surroundings, and be especially alert when you reach cross streets or areas with poor lighting. He encourages neighborhood residence to keep their bushes cut and keep their homes well lit.
“Residents are being too careless with their possessions,” Houston said.
If one feels one is particularly at risk for assault or mugging, one may want to consider taking a self-defense class. There are numerous of places in Memphis to take self-defense classes. At the Memphis' Original Krav Maga Center one can learn basic ways to defend oneself, as well as the best way to carry oneself on the street to project a confident, secure image.
“I don’t feel there is any imminent threat to residents or patrons to the Cooper-Young area. Just like any other part of Memphis (or any city for that matter), you will find a few bad seeds here and there. The actions of such a minute few shouldn’t reflect the rest of the area/population as a who,” said Hardin
Although Hardin went through her traumatic experience, she still would absolutely recommend this neighborhood to friends and family. She said it is rich in culture and is diverse. And believes the crime in this area is so uncharacteristic and sporadic.