This story is part of KSAT's “Know My Neighborhood” project.– Neighbors in Westwood Square say they often feel forgotten. There’s no exception when it comes to crime and safety.
“We have a lot of Mexican culture,” said Jose Garcia, the manager of El Compa Tire Shop near Highway 90 and Cupples Road.“It’s changing for the better,” said neighbor Stephanie Wilson.“Drugs, some violence here, break-ins, burglaries,” said Toni Peña, who said she grew up in the neighborhood. shows there were three aggravated assaults, 10 drug violations, and a burglary in the first nine months of 2023.Community Crime Map for Westwood Square.Velma Peña, president of the neighborhood association, said neighbors are often scared to report crime. She said some worry they’ll be retaliated against by police or other neighbors for making reports.