Drug nuisance remains a pressing concern in Brugse Poort, with local volunteers highlighting a shift in the problem’s location and nature. Despite ongoing police efforts, drug dealing and usage have moved from main areas to smaller parks and squares, increasingly near places where children play. On 2025-05-08 14:00:00, community members shared worrying observations about young girls engaging in sexual acts in exchange for drugs.
- Drug problems shift to small parks
- Young girls exchange sex for drugs
- Volunteers clean up discarded condoms
- Police target major drug networks
- Need more youth outreach workers
- Volunteers face sustainability challenges
This troubling development reveals a deeper social issue beyond mere drug use. Volunteers report finding discarded condoms more frequently and hearing stories of minors involved in sex work for cannabis or laughing gas. The problem seems to be evolving, requiring more than just traditional law enforcement responses.
How can the city better support these vulnerable youths? What role can local organisations play in addressing the root causes of this shift in drug nuisance? The answers lie in community engagement and targeted intervention strategies.
Why do current measures fall short in tackling drug nuisance effectively? Volunteers point out that while police target major dealers, the everyday reality on the streets demands more low-threshold outreach. Key points include:
- Drug activity moves to less monitored areas, increasing exposure to children.
- Young women and minors are exploited through sex work linked to drug exchanges.
- Volunteers provide vital but limited support, constrained by time and resources.
- Police focus on dismantling networks but need community partners for prevention.
Addressing drug nuisance in Brugse Poort demands sustained community involvement and innovative outreach programs. Will policymakers and citizens rise to the challenge and create safer spaces for all, especially youth?
