Homeless Individuals in Bridgetown Express Concerns Over Attacks and Robberies

Some of the homeless around Bridgetown have expressed concern over the frequent attacks and robberies they face.

Earlier this year, a number of homeless people in the vicinity of Golden Square Freedom Park, Independence Square and National Heroes Square were struck with bottles and rocks in an apparent unprovoked attack by a group of young men.

Forced to be in spaces where they are often vulnerable to similar attacks, some of the homeless expressed concern for their safety.

“A year ago I get attacked and all my money get carried away,” said Cleo Edwards, a victim of a robbery that saw him lose all of the belongings on his person.

“It was a young fellow. He saw I had money and he ‘cuff’ me in my face, then he took all the money from me. I see the same fellow walking up and down town. If I had chop up he now I would have gone to jail,” he said.

Edwards revealed they are likely to be attacked if they are ever seen carrying money or receiving it. (JRN)