What is
Neighborhood Watch?
Neighborhood Watch is an
organized group of neighbors who closely observe any activity or
situation that depreciates the appearance or safety of their
community. Neighborhood Watch is, as the name implies, a group
of people who see the subtle, and not so subtle changes of their
neighborhood.
Neighborhood Watch
simply consists of neighbors who watch. They report everything
from crimes in progress to graffiti in their neighborhood. If
you are interested in becoming an active member of Neighborhood
Watch call the neighborhood watch coordinator at (928) 855-1171.
Neighborhood Watch in Lake Havasu
During 1985, the first
year of the program, 500 single-family dwellings were formed
into Neighborhood Watch groups. The program began to grow so
quickly that the LHCPD sought the assistance of volunteers, and
a neighborhood watch steering committee was formed. Neighborhood
Watch currently consists of more than 200 Block Captains
representing more than 4,500 participants.
Security Tips:
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GET TO KNOW YOUR NEIGHBOR
Neighbors watching out for each other is the
basic concept of Neighborhood Watch. Know the neighbors on
all sides of you. Learn what vehicles belong there.
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SECURE YOUR HOME
Secure your home when you leave even for short
periods of time. Deny the burglar the opportunity to make
you a victim by securing all doors and windows before you
leave!
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KEEP YOUR GARAGE DOOR CLOSED
Garage burglaries often occur during the day. The
thief simply walks into an open garage, removes what they
want and is gone in a minute or two.
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STOLEN VEHICLES/THEFT FROM VEHICLES
The safest place for your car is in your garage.
The second safest place for your car is in your driveway
locked up. All valuables should be removed from your vehicle
or at least placed out of sight.
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NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH MEETINGS
Attend Neighborhood Watch meetings to keep
informed about crime problems in your area and to discuss
what can be done to reduce crime.
