(PIC) Gibson, like the rest of Scotland County, is plagued by criminal activity. Folks increasingly feel threatened and are keeping sidearms handy, both at home and while out about.

Official crime statistics don't portray the depth of the problem, as many don't bother reporting crimes because they know nothing will be done. Those planning on making an insurance claim must of course file a police report.

Gibson contracts with the Scotland County Sheriff's Department to provide Law Enforcement Services. The last Sheriff's election saw incumbent Shep Jones tossed out in favor of retired State Trooper Ralph Kersey.

Much work needed to be done and Sheriff Kersey started out on a positive note. Unfortunately, things have stalled out and citizens sense his department's inability to turn things around.

A recent Laurinburg Exchange <span style="color: #0000ff;">article</span> highlighted some of Gibson's growing concerns, and we ourselves have attended numerous Sheriff Department events designed to engage the community.

We came away with the distinct impression that deputies didn't really care, and quite frankly weren't up to the task anyway. We eventually stopped going, and despite repeated attempts to contact Sheriff Kersey regarding our concerns, never heard back.

This article isn't however about getting Kersey's department back on track. That would be like beating a dead horse. The question before us is how do the citizens of Gibson get the service they desperately need and are already paying for?

The following article offers a solution that towns across the land are considering and some even embracing. It's a big step, but it's increasingly obvious the present arrangement just isn't working.
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