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Crime Prevention
The Crime Prevention Unit conducts various crime prevention and community relations activities for the Police Department. Specific duties include public education for crime prevention, organization of neighborhood watch groups, residential and business security inspections, organizing various youth programs to educate youth in crime prevention, and various other activities to promote citizen cooperation in reducing and preventing crime in the city.
Crime Prevention is the anticipation of a crime risk and taking action to reduce it. In order for a crime to occur the criminal must have the ability, desire, and opportunity to commit the crime. There is very little you can do about the ability or desire of a criminal to commit a crime but we can work to eliminate the opportunity. Be aware of your surroundings and mindful of your personal safety and security. It only takes a moment for a dishonest person to seize an opportunity presented to them.
 How can you help?
- Be alert
- Get to know your neighbors
- Get to know police officers in your area
- Join a Neighborhood Watch Group
- Be a good witness - write down suspect and vehicle descriptions
- Report suspicious activity – call 911
- Report Graffiti
- Always be aware of where you are and how and what is around you
Winston-Salem Police Department Information
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