Locate Utica Rehab Centers
Utica, New York is close enough in proximity to the big city that it faces issues with drug use and crime. In early 2012,
Utica made headlines when an online video of a Utica Police Officer allegedly planting drugs on a suspect went viral. Although, a longer video later explained that the drugs did in fact belong to the suspect, further attention was drawn to drug use in the city. Since then, many reports have surfaced about the drug trade in Utica, including the story of a luggage handler who was
smuggling drugs to Ecuador.
Residents in Utica can help prevent the drug activity occurring in their area by recognizing the signs of a drug house. According to a publication by
the state of Milwaukee, a home that is actively involved in the drug trade may exhibit the following signs:
- Many visitors to the home who typically only remain for a short period of time
- Substantial noise around the property, including yelling voices, and screeching tires
- Broken windows, or windows covered in garbage bags
- Unusual smells
When drug activity is suspected, it should be reported to the local authorities in order to reduce neighborhood crimes.
Utica Crime Statistics
Drug activity and crime are closely related. With a reduction in drug-related behaviors, the following statistics in Utica could continue to improve:
- Violent crime: decreased by 14 percent in 2012
- Property crimes: a total of 266 burglaries were reported in Utica from January to August of 2012
- Larcenies: 173 larcenies occurred in Utica during 2012
What You Need to Ask Before Signing Up for Treatment Rehab
If you suspect drug activity in your area, it should be reported to the police. If you know someone personally who is involved in the drug trade, ask yourself if there is a way that you can help. Staging an intervention is one way that families can help an important person in their lives enter a recovery program. It is common for people to want to avoid interfering, but take a look at the local crime statistics. Don't you want someone who is important to you to stay far from a life of crime that could endanger their life
Getting Rehab Centers in Utica
Treatment options are offered in the Utica area. If you contact us, you can learn about your options; please give us a call.