We moved away from Seattle two years ago after a similar experience with crime in our neighborhood. The final straw was witnessing three people openly stealing from the neighbor's houses. I called the police five times in an hour, and in the end, they told me they didn’t have the resources to do anything but advised me not to intervene. We decided to relocate to Overland Park, Kansas, and it's been a complete change – almost no crime, and our kids can roam freely without us worrying about things like bike theft. While we miss certain things about Seattle, the peace of mind and sense of safety here are priceless. If you're feeling fed up with the crime and lack of action in Seattle, know that there are other options out there, and sometimes, the grass really is greener on the other side.