New Police Patrols in Santo Domingo: Announced, But Not Seen?

The Dominican Republic's National Police launched a new police patrol system in upscale neighborhoods of Santo Domingo on Tuesday. The initiative aimed to improve security in areas like Piantini, Naco, and Ensanche Paraíso. However, a CDN Canal 37 report found no patrols during their observation. "I heard about it on the radio," said one resident, "and I hope they do it with more authority and follow the law." Another resident, while acknowledging the lack of patrols, expressed feeling safe in their neighborhood. The contrasting views highlight the complexity of evaluating the new system's effectiveness. The report concludes by questioning whether the announced increase in police presence is being implemented as planned.