Some countries are struggling with an increase in the rate of crime. Many people think that having more police on the streets is the only way to reduce these increasing levels of crime. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

rime is a serious and growing problem worldwide.

While

some argue that increasing

police

on the roads is primarily the only effective method to reduce

crime

, I partially agree with

this

notion since there are many other effective methods to ensure low

crime

rates.

This

essay will

further

explain my point of view in detail . Fear of law enforcement forces undoubtedly acts as a deterrent to anyone thinking of committing a

crime

. It is frequently observed in cantonment areas, where high surveillance by the

police

results in a significantly reduced

crime

rate. A recent study has shown that residential areas allocated to

police

officers are encountered with fewer

crimes

.

This

is

also

exemplified by the compliance with traffic rules

such

as speed limit, owing to the presence of

police

on the streets.

However

, I think there are several other alternate measures to create a society with a negligible

crime

rate.

Firstly

, imposing lengthy prison sentences on offenders can drastically undermine the morale of any potential criminals.

In other words

,

people

would think twice before engaging in criminal activities since nobody would prefer to live a substantial part of their lives in a confined cell block away from their families.

In addition

, strict punishments should be given to individuals convicted of minor

crimes

such

as theft.

For instance

, in Saudia Arabia where a thief's hands are amputated as a form of punishment, the number of thefts has significantly reduced.

Furthermore

, the government should implement funding programmes for

people

living below the poverty line, as a considerable portion of

crimes

are committed by

people

from low socio-economic backgrounds. These individuals driven by their low quality of life, often resort to heinous

crimes

to earn

income

and

support

their families.

However

, when provided

support

by the government, they will no longer feel compelled to seek

income

from illegal means. A recent research study has shown that the

crime

rate significantly reduced in some villages of Pakistan where the Benazir

income

support

programme was introduced by the local government.

This

programme ensured a monthly

income

for poor

people

. In conclusion,

while

crime

rates are currently at their peak, by imposing strict punishments, providing

support

to those in need, and maintaining a strong

police

presence, societies can strive towards reducing

crime

rates and safer communities.