In a recent incident that's become all too familiar in Portland, a world-class fiddler suffered a major loss. Alistair Frasier, a renowned Scottish violinist, faced a musician's nightmare when his treasured violin, valued at over $15,000, along with other personal belongings, were stolen from his car. The theft occurred during the last leg of his tour with cellist Natalie Haas, marking a sour end to their musical journey. The incident unfolded on November 13th when Frasier and Haas, after arriving a day early to soak in Portland's sights, discovered their car's shattered windows and missing valuables at a downtown parking garage. Despite the setback, the show went on, thanks to the generosity of locals who lent instruments. However, the loss extends beyond monetary value. For Frasier, the violin was not just an instrument, but a part of his identity, likening its loss to losing a limb. This incident underscores a growing problem in Portland, where vehicle break-ins and thefts are becoming increasingly common, especially targeting visitors and performers. The broader implications of such crimes touch on the city's ability to attract and safeguard talent and tourists. With a reported spike in similar thefts, the concern for public safety and property is paramount. While local authorities pledge to increase security, the effectiveness of these measures remains to be seen. Frasier's experience is a stark reminder of the challenges and risks artists face, emphasizing the need for greater security measures in public spaces. #PortlandTheft #MusicianStruggles #CitySafetyConcerns ?? ??????? ???? ??????????+ ??? ?????????? ?????? ? https://ReasonableTV.com/ ?????????? 00:00 - Scottish Fiddler's Instrument Theft Tragedy 01:11 - Impact of Instrument Loss on Musicians 02:06 - Personal Connection to Stolen Musical Equipment 03:00 - Epidemic of Band Equipment Thefts in Portland 04:07 - Musician's Dilemma: Performing Without Instruments 05:01 - The Ongoing Issue of Theft in Portland 06:08 - Violin Theft: A Blow to Artistry and Heritage 07:28 - The Theft Aftermath: Musicians Left Exposed 08:22 - Recommendations for Musicians Touring Portland 09:44 - The Ripple Effect of Police Shortage on Theft 11:09 - The Emotional Cost of Losing a Lifelong Instrument 12:31 - How Musicians Overcome Loss and Carry On 13:43 - Community Support in the Wake of Theft 14:23 - The Quest for Recovering Stolen Musical Heirlooms ?️ ????? - https://Store.ReasonableTV.com/ ? ???? our ???? Discord Community! Share stories, chat with fellow enthusiasts, and stay in the loop: https://discord.com/invite/uJGWFpgDcY ?? ????? that ???? button & ????????? for daily videos that dive into the latest news! https://youtube.com/c/NewsForReasonablePeople ???? ?????????: ? Rumble - https://Rumble.com/c/NewsForReasonablePeople ? Facebook - https://www.Facebook.com/NewsForReasonablePeople ? iTunes - https://Apple.co/2MkFziJ ? Spotify - https://Spoti.fi/2Dh8EoL ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a9I69RqWgOY

In a sign of mounting frustration, Multnomah County’s top prosecutor Monday released a list of the cases of nearly 300 people who have had charges dismissed against them this year because no public defenders were available to represent them. People accused of car theft, fleeing police and illegally carrying guns were most likely to walk free, according to the list. But dropped cases also include accusations of lower level assaults, domestic violence, burglary, identity theft, intoxicated driving and hit-and-run driving. District Attorney Mike Schmidt said in a statement that he wants the public to understand the severity of the public defense crisis and that without a long-term solution the emergency will continue to pose an “urgent threat” to the community’s safety. Schmidt’s move to publicize all cases that judges have dismissed -- believed to be a first in Oregon -- raises public awareness but also clearly is a gambit to put public pressure on the state to find a remedy. “This sends a message to crime victims in our community that justice is unavailable, and their harm will go unaddressed,” Schmidt said. “It also sends a message to individuals who have committed a crime that there is no accountability while burning through scarce police and prosecutor resources.” - - - Sign Up For Exclusive Episodes At: https://reasonabletv.com/ LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new videos every day. https://www.youtube.com/c/NewsForReasonablePeople - - - Reasonable+: Become a Reasonable+ member to gain access to the entire uncensored catalog: https://reasonabletv.com/ - - - Ways to Follow! * Rumble - https://rumble.com/c/NewsForReasonablePeople * Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/newsforreasonablepeople * iTunes - https://apple.co/2MkFziJ * Spotify - https://spoti.fi/2Dh8EoL - - - #Portland #Crime ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9qbmarIzNCQ