Downtown Victoria business owner frustrated with local crime as municipal election approaches

A downtown Victoria business owner says he's upset about repeat break-ins at his business. It's a frustration that he's voicing as municipal elections loom.

Recent data released by Statistics Canada shows that the volume and the severity of police reported crime in Victoria is well above the provincial average. "There are behaviours that are now becoming normalized that five or six years ago we would never accept," he said."Who’s prepared to clearly identify those issues, those behaviours that are not acceptable, and then address them through enforcement, bylaw and other actions?" said Bray.

The political scientist agrees with Bray. With many current councillors not running for re-election, prospective candidates can pitch changes for the city's direction.

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