Boston officials, including City Councilor Ed Flynn and Mayor Michelle Wu, convened a closed-door meeting to address rising crime rates in downtown Boston. Flynn noted that current conditions have deteriorated significantly, impacting the quality of life for residents. The meeting served as a platform for stakeholders to discuss public safety challenges in the Downtown Crossing and Boston Common areas. According to Boston Police data, crime has increased over the years, prompting concerns from local business owners about the implications for their operations. Flynn emphasized the need to address open drug use and dealing as part of the response to safety concerns.
City Councilor Ed Flynn stated, "I know this area very well, and I also agree it's worse now than anytime I've ever experienced."
Suffolk County DA Kevin Hayden's spokesman mentioned the meeting was an excellent forum for agencies to identify issues in Downtown Crossing.
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