Crime Prevention Tip of the Month
March 2004
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Dear Reader,
 Welcome to the Crime Prevention Tip of
the Month.
First, a little about me. I'm a
working Police Officer in
my thirtieth year with a major North American Police
Service. I've been involved in Crime Prevention for 9
years and specialize in CPTED (Crime Prevention
Through Environmental Design). In fact, I instruct
other
officers in this at the Police College. In my position as
Crime Prevention Officer, I consult with
homeowners,
businesses and developers in their attempt to design
out
crime.
I am delighted to contribute to the Mr.
Goodbar®
website.
I firmly believe that physical security is the best kind of
security because it leaves no question in the mind of
the
criminal as to the premise's level of protection. In my
opinion, the use of window bars is the next best visual
deterrent to having a Police Officer standing on your
lawn.
Tip of the Month
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Join a Community, Block or Neighborhood Watch
program
In apartment buildings form
a "Vertical"
Watch. These programs bring concerned citizens and
Police together to reduce crime. These groups usually
have a coordinator who is in contact with the local
Police Service. The Police Service will provide the
coordinator with information on crime activity in your
area. The Police will also provide information on
security products and ideas that actually work. Unlike
fad salespeople, the police don't want to sell you
anything but common sense.
The programs have proven to deter criminal activity,
reduce the fear of crime, and build bonds between
neighbors. With the help of the Police, residents take
responsibility for the safety of their neighborhoods.
Involvement in such programs doesn't require a
large time commitment, but it does lead to big benefits.
These "Watch" organizations are the single most
effective way of ridding your community of crime.
Click here for more information on Goodbar's Community Involvement
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