Bronx residents call for more streetlights, security cameras after reported rape

BRONX, N.Y. (PIX11) – Reported rape cases in the Bronx’s 43rd precinct are down in 2024, 32 so far this year compared to 39 last year.

Parkchester residents, however, say one of their biggest concerns is that there aren’t enough streetlights and a lack of security cameras.  An issue they say must be addressed immediately is progressively getting worse.

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Parts of Virginia Avenue in the Parkchester section of the Bronx look utterly dark at night.

“I wouldn’t walk around here alone. It is scary; they definitely have to be more lights,” said Jayliana. It’s the Reason she chooses to walk with her boyfriend…

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