Addressing robbery in an ethical way involves considering both preventive and rehabilitative measures:

1. Community Support and Education: Invest in community programs that provide education and support to address the root causes of robbery, such as poverty, unemployment, and substance abuse. By addressing these underlying issues, you can reduce the desperation that leads to robbery.

2. Restorative Justice: Promote a restorative justice approach, which focuses on repairing harm caused by the offender. Encourage dialogue between victims and offenders, allowing offenders to take responsibility for their actions, make amends, and reintegrate into society as law-abiding citizens. This approach emphasizes rehabilitation over punitive measures.