Immigrant Store Owner Says Crime in San Francisco Beyond Out of Control: 'Worse than Afghanistan'

San Francisco’s deteriorating conditions have caught the attention of an immigrant entrepreneur from Afghanistan, who claims that the situation in the city is worse than what he experienced in his home country.

Known simply as Zaid, he revealed to Fox News that his tobacco store, Cigarettes R Cheaper, fell victim to a gang robbery, resulting in the loss of over $100,000 worth of merchandise and cash.

Shockingly, none of the perpetrators have been apprehended.

Zaid expressed his frustration, stating, “The politicians need to get a grip on this because it’s worse than Afghanistan or Iraq.

What happened to San Francisco?pic.twitter.com/8JrCSr8xQW

— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) May 28, 2023

At least in Afghanistan, the Taliban would resort to brutal punishments like cutting off hands, which instilled fear and deterred such crimes.”

He went on to highlight the prevalent issue of store robberies in the city, asserting that criminals take advantage of the perceived inaction of the police.

According to him, these criminals operated in his store for a full 20 minutes before fleeing in two cars, well before the authorities arrived.

The situation in San Francisco, according to Zaid, has taken a nosedive, particularly in the past two years since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.

He decried the rise in drug problems, homelessness, and brazen thefts that plague the city.

Zaid’s concern extends beyond his business; he believes that even customers are reluctant to visit due to the constant fear of being robbed or having their vehicles broken into.

With safety being his paramount concern, Zaid, who has resided in the United States for over three decades, admitted that he is considering shutting down his store.

You liberals are MONSTERS.
What you have done to San Francisco is absolutely CRIMINAL.
LIBERALISM IS DEATH to a society. pic.twitter.com/FQhtc4B4cf

— SF Conservative PATRIOT 🇺🇸 (@SF_Conservative) June 3, 2023

The decline in public safety has not only affected small businesses but also major retailers.

In April, a downtown Whole Foods branch shuttered its doors, reportedly due to the presence of drug use and criminal activity in the vicinity.

The company’s spokesperson expressed hope for a possible reopening if they can guarantee the safety of their employees.

The downtown area of San Francisco has experienced a decline in foot traffic, a trend exacerbated by government lockdown measures that confined employees to their homes and apartments.

As evidence of this downturn, Nordstrom recently announced the impending closure of both its downtown department stores in the coming months.

The challenges faced by Zaid and other business owners, along with the closure of prominent retailers, underscore the pressing need for effective solutions to restore safety and revitalize San Francisco’s once-thriving commercial centers.

The plight of this Afghan immigrant entrepreneur serves as a reminder that ensuring public safety and preserving the vibrancy of our cities should be paramount concerns for both politicians and citizens alike.

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