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Spurt of crime rate in Salcete shocking: AAP

PANAJI

Expressing shock over the spurt of crimes that are impacting the Salcete taluka, Aam Aadmi Party came down heavily on the government's failure to keep Goans safe. 

In a press release, AAP stated that Salcete taluka has been witnessing cases of snatching of mobile phones and gold chains and rape on minors, flesh trade, Matka, bullfights during the day and at late hours are also raising its ugly head in Salcete, as well as casino gambling is rearing its ugly head particularly in areas of Colva. 

The release further states that these reports come at a time when Law and Order has been deteriorating all over Goa.  

"The fact that these crimes are not being stopped proves that there is a well-organised racket in the state!" said AAP Goa Vice President Capt Venzy Viegas. 

"It's shocking how in such a short time crime has suddenly spiked across Salcete. It is clear that the CM is just sleeping! Who can forget his statements during the Benaulim rape case?" said Adv Pratima Coutinho, AAP Goa Vice President.

"How long will CM Pramod Sawant sleep while Goans suffer? It's about time that Sawant got his act together, else he should resign," said AAP Goa Convenor Rahul Mhambre.


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