Neighborhood Crime Watch Programs,
in partnership with local law enforcement, play
an integral part in crime detection and prevention.
National statistics have indicated that when
neighbors are committed to participating in
neighborhood watch groups, the quality of life
in their neighborhoods improved. “Opportunity”
provides the impetus for crime to occur. If
neighbors organize their efforts to be vigilant
of each other's property, it will likely result
in the reduction of criminal incidents.
Quality of life in our community is everybody’s
business. We are individually and collectively
responsible for the safety and security of ourselves,
families, neighbors and our homes.
Yes, we pay tax dollars for our police department,
but the police are primarily a reactive agency.
They do an excellent job after the fact, but
if we are going to prevent crime before it occurs,
that burden falls upon us, the citizens.
The Neighborhood Crime Watch Program is a Crime
Prevention Program which enhances neighborhoods
in many respects. Concerned neighbors, safe
neighborhoods, communication among neighbors,
awareness, and attention to home security are
just some of enhancements the program can make.
Not only is the program effective, it is free.
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