Editor: On Tuesday, July 7, my car and two other cars were broken into. I did the police report and was fine with everything. On Wednesday night, July 8, I received an e-mail from a friend stating she knew the names and descriptions of the two men who committed the crime.

On Thursday, July 9, I called Selma Police Department and was put on hold by dispatch for about 15 minutes. I decided to go into the police department to make things easier. There was a sign stating to pick up the "black phone" for immediate assistance. When I picked up the phone a female voice stated someone would be right with me and hung up. I waited in the lobby for about 45 minutes to be helped. While I was waiting a female (name unknown) came out of the door to the back and walked out the front door without even acknowledging I was present. No one ever attempted to help me. Finally, disgusted with the lack of service, I left and went home.

I am completely disappointed in our PD. I understand that with budget cuts it's harder to help people right away. But being the only one in the lobby, I believe I should have been helped in a timely manner. Police are put here to help and serve the public. If they aren't doing their job, who will?

I believe a story should be put into our local newspaper to inform the public on how our tax paying dollars are NOT being spent properly.

Nicole Wells

Selma