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Historical March 1985 report or notice. Original dates, prices and contacts describe the source period; current availability has not been established.
The involvement of neighborhood residents in crime fighting is the key to a successful community crime prevention program.
In looking at 1984 Skinker-DeBaliviere statistics compared with 1983, it is apparent that residents are doing something right.
There was a total 9 percent decrease overall with dramatic decreases in robbery (down 16 percent), assault (down 30 percent), and auto theft (down 28.6 percent); statistics for rape and homicide are also down (there was one homicide, resulting from a domestic quarrel, in 1984 and 3 rapes; down from 2 and 4 respectively in 1983). Figures for burglary and larceny remained unchanged.
In order to continue effectively working toward additional decreases, neighbors need to watch and listen for strange or unusual occurrences in the neighborhood. Such awareness greatly increases the chance of preventing a crime or apprehending a criminal. Follow these suggestions, and help be a part of this important effort. BE A GOOD LISTENER • If you hear an unusual noise, or neighborhood dogs barking in an abnormal manner, look around. • If you have any doubt, call 911 immediately. KNOW YOUR NEIGHBORS • Be familiar with the people who live on your block. • When you are away, ask a neighbor to watch your house and pick-up newspapers and flyers. • Exchange phone numbers with your neighbors. • In the event you see or hear something suspicious, a quick call to a neighbor down the block may prevent a crime in your neighborhood. TURN ON YOUR PORCHLIGHT • Porchlights burning from dusk till dawn illuminate your front door so neighbors can see if anyone is lurking around your door. • Porchlights add light to the street and when the entire neighborhood participates the lights can serve as a deterrent to potential criminals. PROTECT YOURSELF • Secure your home; install dead-bolt locks; pin your first floor windows; and secure your basement windows and doors. • Lock your car and don’t leave valuables in plain sight. • Don’t leave bicycles, lawnmowers. patio furniture, etc. unsecured in your yard or on your porch. PARTICIPATE • Talk to your neighbors about community problems. • Start a crime prevention committee in your local neighborhood association to identify and resolve problems. • Work with your police department on programs aimed at crime prevention. Your involvement is the key element in a successful crime prevention campaign. You and your neighbors actively participating in community crime prevention, can make your neighborhood a safer place in which to live, work, and play.
Originally published in The Times of Skinker-DeBaliviere, March 1985.
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