A group of parents in Islington is voicing concerns over rising after-school robberies that are making children feel unsafe. Following incidents where children were mugged, including Sinead Masterson’s son being robbed at knifepoint, parents have organized protests to demand more policing. Although the Met Police reported a recent reduction in robberies, community members feel that police presence has diminished since the new year, leading to ongoing fears among parents and children about safety while commuting to school.
"I organized a meeting with other concerned parents and local authorities after my son was robbed of his phone at knifepoint. We need more police presence."
"The kids in particular are being targeted on their way home. They're being mugged and they're just feeling unsafe."
"It's becoming an everyday thing and it's scary. We don't feel like the police and authorities are doing enough."
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