The area was normally very safe, and residents spoke of their shock at the brutal stabbing that occurred just yards from their homes. "It's lovely to see the police out on the streets. It's very shocking that something like this has happened. It's a lovely area, it's very safe. If I had to live anywhere, it would be here." This quote reflects the community's disbelief and sense of security that has now been shaken.
Hakan Koten, the manager of the Costcutter supermarket in Rushmore Road, expressed his surprise at the sudden violence, stating, "We heard the sirens. The area is better than ten years ago. There hasn't been anything around this area recently. Last time there was a shooting was a few years ago." His perspective highlights a contrast between past and recent safety.
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