Pubdate: Tue, 28 Oct 2003
Source: Parkersburg News, The (WV)
Copyright: 2003, The Parkersburg News
Contact:  http://www.newsandsentinel.com/
Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/1648
Author: Lucas Flowers

LAW ENFORCEMENT DOING A GOOD JOB

I would like to commend local law enforcement for continuing there efforts 
to stop narcotic production and distribution in the Parkersburg area.

Mr. Roe stated in his Oct. 17 letter that local law enforcement is not on 
top of the drug situation in our area. I see all the time where meth labs 
are being busted and people arrested in the cases. What I would like to 
know is what Mr. Roe expects local police to do? Drug enforcement is an 
ongoing process and there are no quick fixes. The Parkersburg Narcotic Task 
Force has stated things for the public to be suspicious of in these types 
of situations. There was a class held recently that dealt with meth labs 
and what to be aware of.

Mr. Roe also stated there has been no public awareness. Apparently Mr. Roe 
does not read the newspaper or watch the news reports that almost daily 
have stories about meth labs or drug busts.

I think it is long overdue that citizens quit bashing our law enforcement 
and be proud they are here and serve our communities the way they do.

Lucas Flowers

Parkersburg
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