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Crime Prevention

 
What is Crime Prevention?
Crime Prevention is the anticipation of a crime risk and the initiation of an action to minimize that risk. 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 together to eliminate the opportunity.
 
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 Auto Theft

 Citizens On Patrol

 Dump Truck Theft

 Golf Safety Tips

 Identity Theft

 Neighborhood Watch

 Residential Security

 Seniors Vs. Crime

 
  • Crime Prevention is one of the most important tools in fighting crime.
  • Crime prevention is the whole community's responsibility, not just law enforcement.
  • Crime Prevention creates a safer and more secure community by developing partnerships between the community and law enforcement.
  • Crime Prevention takes commitment.
 
We encourage you to take an active role in making your community safe by familiarizing yourself with some basic crime prevention tips to help minimize your chances of becoming a victim. Be aware of your surroundings and vigilant about your personal safety and security. Remember, it only takes a moment for a dishonest person to seize an opportunity presented to him or her.
 
How can you help?
  • Be alert
  • Get to know your neighbors
  • Get to know deputy sheriffs and/or police officers in your area
  • Get involved in the Neighborhood Watch Program
  • Get involved in the Citizens Observation Patrol Program
  • Report suspicious activity – call 911

Be a good witness - write down suspect and vehicle descriptions

 
Get Involved! Complete a Program Information and Participation Request Form
 
Public Service Announcements from the St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office Crime Prevention Unit
  Title Length Summary
Play Video Phishing :23 Reminder about Internet Phishing Scams
Play Video Fraud :55 Sgt. Cicio speaks about identity theft and fraud prevention.
Play Video ATM Safety 1:04 Sgt. Ziarkowski speaks about safety when using ATM's
 


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