Neighborhood
Watch
Neighbors making a cooperative effort to watch for and
report crimes and suspicious activity are one of the most
powerful deterrents to burglary. Through the Neighborhood
Watch Program neighbors can meet periodically with a Crime
Prevention Specialist to discuss burglary prevention and
other concerns of the neighborhood.
Residential & Commercial Security
Checks
Crime Prevention Specialists have been trained to look
at your home, business, church, or school through the
eyes of a burglar. Because of this, they are able to make
specific recommendations for points of vulnerability.
You will be advised of security measures for your home
that are practical and cost-effective. Commercial consultations
not only enhance physical security, but also advise you
of additional crime prevention measures.
Operation Identification
As part of a security check, Crime Prevention Specialists
will show you how to engrave your valuables such as TVs
and stereos with your California Driver's License number.
Window decals will identify you as an Operation Identification
member. You will not only help to deter theft, but also
aid law enforcement in the recovery of your lost or stolen
items.
Personal Safety
A selection of Personal Safety presentations is available
for ages from preschool through senior citizen. Topics
include both safety at home and away from home.
Children's Programs
There are many programs for children. The popular Talking
Patrol Car is an ideal introduction to law enforcement
services for younger children. McGruff, the Crime Dog,
enjoying widespread recognition and acceptance, delivers
tips on safety, proper use of 9-1-1, and promotes crime
prevention in entertaining ways.
Senior Alert
Crime impacts seniors financially, physically and emotionally,
affecting both sense of security and well being. Additionally,
criminals may perceive seniors as more vulnerable. However,
through awareness, you can help deter burglary, become
less of a target for street crimes, and avoid bunco schemes.
Cons, Fraud & Swindles
Estimates of just the direct costs of fraud are in excess
of $40 billion annually. Consumers and business people
face bait-and-switch, home improvement inspection, door-to-door
sales, charitable solicitations, and service & repair
frauds. Learn to identify and avoid being victimized by
these crimes.
Robbery
Awareness is the best preventative measure against robbery.
A special program for businesses promotes awareness and
other specific precautions. Especially important are discussions
relating to behavior during and after a robbery.
Business Alert
Through Business Alert, the Crime Prevention Specialist
can help to provide you with the knowledge and tools to
make your business and commercial areas a safer and more
secure place to work and conduct business. This program
offers several training options, after the basic orientation,
including prevention of burglary, robbery, shoplifting,
internal theft, and bad checks and fraud.
Crime Free Multi Housing Program
Crime Free Multi Housing (CFMH) is a proven technique
for keeping illegal activity out of rental property. CFMH
is a unique coalition partnering law enforcement agencies,
rental property owners, managers, and tenants. CFMH is
a voluntary, solution-oriented certification program
For
more information or to schedule a program,
contact the Alpine Crime Prevention Unit at (619) 659-2608.
