Werewolf in Vicinity

by Dr. Jaipal Singh



What is happening To this great metropolis? A woman's mutilated body found In succession, third in five days And possibility is not ruled out For a maniac and serial killer on a prowl. A young girl abducted and raped In a fast moving car Fifth instance in a month. A child aged six molested And culprit is a close relative. An elderly couple found dead Strangulated and stabbed Second time in a few weeks In a posh locality Even a ransom settled Between kidnappers and aggrieved Without involving police for fear Of mishandling and life loss. And what to talk of Numerous petty and pecuniary crimes Pick-pocketing, theft and robberies. These are a few breakfast items Leisurely and liberally served By the press and electronic media Through newspapers and numerous channels As soon as you get up From a night long sleep and rest, For many of them it's a TRP business routine. So one may ask What is police doing then When houses and roads are not safe? Well! Police and law enforcement agencies Are as prompt and efficient as ever A reasonable assurance always follows Often through lengthy press statements That they are on the right track That important clues are in hand And culprits will soon be nabbed. A nice way to ensure law and order Security and protection of a commoner! So are we really safe and secure? What a common man needs to do... Available data and trends suggest Majority of heinous crimes are committed Often by someone known or close Could be an acquaintance or a help Or even a close relative or a friend. So what do we do then, When saviours turn a devouring evil - Werewolves of the society? Clearly police action is not enough As an individual and among groups We need to create an awareness Take adequate measures and safeguards 'Prevention is always better than cure' For those who are more vulnerable By not leaving them unattended By avoiding exposure of being alone During late night and certain hours Even training in self-defence for some. And above all this, Have a constant vigil and watch To apprehend and ward off The werewolf in the vicinity.

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29-Apr-2012

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Comments on this Poem

Thanks and yes, Rupradha ji, the very thought that someone known whom you trust, may turn evil, is disturbing. The act leaves scars not only on body but also mind (soul) of the victim.

jairathore
30-Apr-2012 00:24 AM

And above all this,
Have a constant vigil and watch
To apprehend and ward off
The werewolf in the vicinity.
awesome!! I agree!!

Rupradha
29-Apr-2012 10:36 AM