A police officer suggests playing classical music to deter drug dealers in a London neighborhood plagued by crime
St John’s Wood: A police officer recently told residents that blasting classical music could help chase away drug dealers. Sounds wild, right?
Families in this north-west London area have been dealing with some serious issues. They’ve reported gangs vandalizing cars and even dealing drugs right outside their homes.
It’s happening near Abbey Road Studios, the iconic spot where The Beatles recorded their last album. Can you believe it?
One resident shared a scary story about a dealer who threatened him when he tried to confront her during the day. That’s just not okay.
Another local pointed out that 22 residents have complained after nearly 20 cars were broken into. It’s a real mess.
When the man reached out to the police, he was told to play classical music to help prevent crime. He was baffled, asking, “Are the police on another planet?”
He thought it was ridiculous that this was the solution offered. A retired detective also chimed in, calling the advice “completely bonkers.”
The Met Police later clarified that while the advice was well-intentioned, it doesn’t reflect their actual policy. So, it seems like they might need to rethink their approach.
