Several residents have brought to the attention of St. Lucia News Online (SNO) several alleged reports of attempted rape in La Pointe, Mon Repos since the start of 2015.
The latest incident is alleged to have occurred at about 1 a.m. on Saturday, June 15, in which a 14-year-old student of a secondary school in the south of the island was attacked by three young men.
“One of the accused is well known for such acts in the community,” a resident told SNO.
Residents said they are not pleased with the response of the police.
“Everyone is asking who’s next and thinks that the police is taking the matter lightly,” one resident said.
The residents further alleged that several cases of attempted rape in the community remain unsolved.
“We need justice and peace,” said another. ”The majority of the residents are fearful for their lives and their children, especially their daughters.”