Episode 50 : Boston's Open Air Drug Pandemic

There is an open air illegal drug market at and around the intersection of Massachusetts Ave and Melnea Cass Blvd in the City of Boston. Overdoses, dirty needles in front of schools and businesses, a rise in theft and both shootings and stabbings have all increased in the area as a result of people being allowed to buy and sell drugs in this area. Listen as Marla Smith, a long time and still current resident of the "Mass and Cass" area, details the disturbing conditions that have overtaken her neighborhood. What have City Of Boston Elected and Appointed officials done about this 10+ year issue? What are suggestions that can be applied NOW to help improve on the quality of life of those that live and work in the area? This is a story that everyone seems to know about yet few speak about enough. Hear it all this week on Tell Us The Truth!

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