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Safety Workshop Draws Big Crowd in Plano

Hundreds of people packed a crime prevention meeting Wednesday in Plano, where tensions remain high several weeks after the disappearance of Christina Morris.

The turnout was so large, in fact, organizers had to utilize a larger room at the Marriott Hotel to accommodate the overwhelming interest.

Police say part of the reason there has been so much interest is because of the Morris case.

Morris disappeared late last month after she was last seen at a Shops of Legacy parking garage, and police have been working to find her.

Many of the people at Wednesday's meeting said the disappearance weighs on their mind, and that’s why they came out.

"Everybody's nervous, because it's almost unbelievable," said Tina Bendner, of Plano. "This is a very safe area. Everyone feels very safe, and for that to happen to such a beautiful young girl is scary," Bendner said.

For Jenn Easley, it’s changed her everyday life. Easley works at the Shops.

“We use the buddy system. Sometimes we will call security at night to walk us out,” she said.

Morris was last seen on surveillance video walking to her car, but police don’t believe she ever made it into her car.

“I mean, even if its daylight, I immediately have my phone on me, you know, unlocked it, ready to call someone even when I’m like walking during the day,” explained Easley. “ I just don’t feel safe anymore.”

Plano police armed folks with tips on how to avoid being a victim, like following their intuition and having a plan in case of an emergency.

The seminar, focusing on how to avoid becoming a criminal's victim, is one the department hosts annually.

However, police said they could not give an update on the progress being made in the Morris case, which is one they still consider serious.

“We are making some progress. At this point in time we still, we're still looking at a missing person,” said Plano Police Ofc. David Tilley.

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