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Old 05-15-2015, 11:02 AM
 
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I would like to start visiting south western Virginia this summer. Maybe even relocate but I have been reading about high crime rates. Even read that Galax has gangs. Is all this true or just an attempt to keep outsiders out? Many thanks to all who respond.
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Old 05-15-2015, 11:29 AM
 
Location: Roanoke VA
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Not much news here on Galax gangs. That town is close to Winston Salem NC so I wouldn't be surprised.
Some in Roanoke City claim gangs exist here but if they do they confine their killings to a few blocks in
NW Roanoke City. The Police say no gangs exist here. There are approx 300,000 population here so crime does exist.
It's just not like A Big City, mostly Roanoke feels like a large town. It's ranked as one of the top places to live
by many national news sources. We even have the states' richest zip code!
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Old 05-15-2015, 11:45 AM
 
Location: Floyd Co, VA
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Not much news here on Galax gangs. That town is close to Winston Salem NC so I wouldn't be surprised.
Some in Roanoke City claim gangs exist here but if they do they confine their killings to a few blocks in
NW Roanoke City. The Police say no gangs exist here. There are approx 300,000 population here so crime does exist.
It's just not like A Big City, mostly Roanoke feels like a large town. It's ranked as one of the top places to live
by many national news sources. We even have the states' richest zip code!
Um, Galax is 65 miles from Winston-Salem. I'd hardly consider that close.
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Old 05-15-2015, 11:57 AM
 
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Thanks.

zugor - I have read some of your posts. What do you think of crime in your general area. Are there gangs moving drugs thru going up north. Can I have a nice little house and go shopping without having the door kicked in. Just a ample man with simple needs. Looking for a little piece and quite.
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