Ourense Residents Fight Back Against Crime Wave

Ourense Residents Demand Action After Spike in Robberies and Assaults A wave of robberies and assaults is sweeping through the Ponte neighborhood of Ourense, Galicia, leaving residents feeling vulnerable and demanding a stronger police presence. Social media groups have become platforms for documenting the escalating crime, with residents sharing personal accounts of break-ins and street assaults. "They rob houses, businesses...yesterday they stole five cheeses from a shop," one resident stated. Another resident described a recent incident where a woman was attacked and injured while having her purse stolen. "They need their fix and they go after people," she added. While police have made an arrest, residents feel the measures are insufficient. "You can't walk around peacefully. They hit you and take what they want," said one concerned resident. They are now organizing a petition and a protest to pressure authorities for more effective crime prevention strategies and increased police patrols in the area. The community's collective action highlights their determination to reclaim their sense of safety and security.