CLEVELAND \u2014 Broken glass has become a common sight on the streets of Ohio City, as residents say car break-ins have left them frustrated and concerned about safety in one of Cleveland\u2019s most vibrant neighborhoods.<\/p>\n
Amanni Herbawi, who runs the neighborhood often, said she feels safer jogging at night than she does leaving her car parked on the street.<\/p>\n
\u201cI\u2019m more comfortable running than leaving my car unlocked or just parked on the street,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n
Herbawi said she has seen young people smashing car windows firsthand.<\/p>\n
\u201cThey\u2019re kids. They look like kids at least. And they have no fear,\u201d she added.<\/p>\n
She is not alone. Holdin Ross, who moved to Ohio City less than a year ago from Chicago, said his car was broken into just last week.<\/p>\n
\u201cWindows smashed. They definitely pillaged around a few things. Opened up some stuff. They didn\u2019t take anything. They just kind of tossed some stuff around,\u201d Ross said.<\/p>\n
\u201c[I saw] no issues before. We got a bunch of dog walkers. Then all this happened and I\u2019m like, oh crap, is this not a good area?\u201d<\/p>\n
Cleveland police released a statement this week acknowledging the issue, calling the crimes \u201cnot as simple as a quick fix.\u201d The department said investigations are ongoing and urged residents to share surveillance footage and information with detectives.<\/p>\n
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Cleveland police released a statement this week acknowledging the issue, calling the crimes \u201cnot as simple as a quick fix.\u201d <\/p>\n