The article highlights a concerning rise in drug use at Potrero Center's parking garage, where users have long sought refuge. Employees like Manuel Diaz and Maria Sanchez report feeling unsafe due to the growing presence of drug users, with incidents of weapon threats. Shoppers are becoming more aware and cautious, prompting some to quicken their pace. One user expressed unease about avoiding police presence on nearby streets, and another emphasized the importance of outreach programs as part of the solution to the escalating issue.
Everyone comes here ... it makes one feel unsafe. People have pulled out weapons, and they consume all kinds of drugs.
There's always been people smoking drugs here, but we have seen an increase recently. You'll see them right outside the Safeway.
It's definitely been a deterrent for me wanting to go there. I don't wanna get in the middle of a hot zone when I can avoid it.
The HOT [homeless outreach team] and places like the Gubbio Project are part of the solution. I just have to go around to 14th Street now whenever I want to go to the G.
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