Introducing the – drum roll please – the Park, the newest superhero. He tackles crime and increases happiness. And he is? The Park!
By Michael Smith (Veshengro)
Parks fight crime with peace and flowers and trees.
A new study in the American Journal of Epidemiology analyzing parks in Philadelphia has proven that not only does turning abandoned parks into beautiful grassy spots make the place look pretty it also reduces crime. Gun crimes, vandalism and criminal mischief all dropped significantly in a study over 10 years in over 4,000 reclaimed spaces.
The well tended parks let people know that someone cares about the places and therefore people are less likely to commit crimes in the area for fear of getting caught. It's easy to see that parks are wonderful places!
Want to spruce up your community and spread some good will? Get involved, where possible, in caring for your parks and open spaces.
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