A recent poll in the United States has shown that over 50% of women do not feel safe walking alone, day or night. That, along with increased concern in Springfield, is causing the Springfield Police Department to look for solutions.
In a release earlier this week, SPD says they are conducting direct patrol and constantly observing crime statistics to ensure authorities are in the best possible positions across the city to prevent crime.
Multiple reports have been made public recently of women around the city being approached by men, or seemingly being followed in different parts of Springfield.
The poll, which was conducted by Gallup, showed 53% of women felt unsafe while walking, meanwhile men were registered at 26%.
Overall, 40% of those polled said they felt unsafe walking at night, which is up from 37% last year and pails in comparison to the 29% polled in 2020.