Residents staying near the Arthur Road Jail heaved a huge sigh of relief on Wednesday morning, following the announcement of the hanging of 26/11 convict Mohammad Ajmal Qasab.

For nearly four years, those living in the locality had to go through security checks every time they entered and exited the area. Cars were not allowed to park near houses and policepersonnel were posted at Arthur Road Jail for Qasab’s security.