Local residents voice concern to govt over rising crime incidents in Laos

Viral clips of motorbike theft have become a nightly occurrence, while bag snatching and robbery have become all too common in urban centers nationwide.

“I avoid riding my motorbike at night because I don’t feel safe. Streetlights are rarely on anymore and it’s very dark in Vientiane. I never see police on patrol, either,” one resident told Laotian Times. Collages of CCTV footage and clips featuring motorbike theft and other crimes have gone viral on social media, with residents asking what is to be done.Laos has been facing growing economic troubles, struggling with public debt and a shortage of foreign exchange. The cost of living continues to rise, while the value of the country’s local currency has plummeted.

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