How Dangerous is ABQ... (Albuquerque: crime, homes, live in)

[desert sun]

Originally Posted by lobo

Just as I said, most of the violent crimes are drug related and committed by/to people who know each other. Ty Toribio -- killed by the hands of his own mother and buried in the sand at a park playground.

It made national news along with the city bus drivers beating people up

[RamblinRoseRanch]

Thanks for the info Lobo- we hadn't heard that they'd discovered the boy's name and his murder. That's a shame.

[yukon]

It's 1:24 a.m. and I just came back in about 20 minutes ago from walking the dog around the neighborhood. Other than the nutcake after-party drivers on Menual, me and the pooch felt pretty safe walking about (and I'm female). We even passed another late night dog walker. I worry more about coyotes on the late night walks than burglars and muggers, to be honest.

So yes, there are plenty of safe areas in ABQ. Like any other city, ABQ has crime problems. But for some reason, many posters on City Data have an obsession with crime - in ANY city.

[lalahartma]

Originally Posted by yukon

But for some reason, many posters on City Data have an obsession with crime - in ANY city.

Very true, it is puzzling!

[ABQSunseeker]

What's so puzzling about it? The United States has some of the highest crimes rate in the industrialized world, and it's not something to be proud of. Some of us have been victims of crime and don't want to be again so we're vigilant and concerned with crime in our cities and neighborhoods. If a city can drastically reduce its crime rate like NY and become a much better city, that's a very good thing to aim at.

[lalahartma]

It is the obsession that is puzzling. This culture of fear is disturbing. People afraid of going outside is sad.

[the_mudman]

If there is any advice I can give, it would be to avoid the high crime areas (or be as unassuming as possible when passing through the areas known for high crime) and be prepared. When I do move to Albuquerque, I plan on having my home alarmed and my back windows barred, and installing a deadbolt in the garage. It would also help if you lived in an area that doesn't promote much cross traffic.

Also another thing to consider is to be ADEQUATELY INSURED when you do get broken into because it will happen. It happens EVERYWHERE in the city. I know it's sad, but I have come to the conclusion that it will eventually happen to me despite my best efforts.

And if you find yourself in a situation where crime is about to flare up - stay away from it. I know that what I am saying is a "no duh" comment, but curiousity will kill the cat if you find yourself in the crossfire, so-to-speak.

But as far as my experience in Albuquerque recently for crime, I don't think too much of it... just lock your doors, keep your valuables locked, be adequately insured and enjoy the NM sun!

[desert sun]

Originally Posted by lalahartma

Very true, it is puzzling!

seeing how this is a city data forum I dont find it that puzzling that people like to talk about crime, the same could be said for sprawl,city services,public transportation,restaurants,entertainment,jobs and so on, most people on this forum like to talk about those things cause they are important parts of their city or new city and would like info on or just chit chat about it.

I like stats and Im sure there are some people that find that puzzling so crime rates,population,ethnic diversity and blah blah blah intrest me.

[joanie55]

Originally Posted by yukon

It's 1:24 a.m. and I just came back in about 20 minutes ago from walking the dog around the neighborhood. Other than the nutcake after-party drivers on Menual, me and the pooch felt pretty safe walking about (and I'm female). We even passed another late night dog walker. I worry more about coyotes on the late night walks than burglars and muggers, to be honest.

So yes, there are plenty of safe areas in ABQ. Like any other city, ABQ has crime problems. But for some reason, many posters on City Data have an obsession with crime - in ANY city.

Personally, I disagree with you. I don't have an obsession with crime, but I certainly disagree about the safe areas of Alb. because I don't believe there are any. Does that mean I think they are all ghetto and really scary? Of course not. But truly safe areas? There are none.

[lalahartma]

What is truly safe?