Crime Prevention

Crime Prevention
A Strong Commitment to Community Policing and Crime Prevention. Community Policing is a philosophy based on forging a partnership between the police and the community, so that they can work together on solving problems of crime, fear of crime and disorder, thereby enhancing the overall quality of life in their neighborhoods. The Covington Police Department embraces a philosophy of Community Policing, an important policing/community partnership that has proven to prevent and reduce crime. This partnership is accomplished in a variety of ways, and is shared by the Crime Prevention Officer. Crime Prevention Officer Mission Statement "Recognizing that the principle objective to be obtained in law enforcement is the prevention of crime, and because the entire community must be involved in public safety: The crime prevention mission is to develop community responsibility, directed at reducing the threat of crime and enhancing safety, thereby resulting in an environment where crime cannot flourish." The Crime Prevention Officer for the Covington Police Department is SGT Smith, who is assisted by other officers within the department. You may contact Officer Smith by calling the department at 540-965-6333. Together, they administer and/or assist several programs throughout the city such as: Neighborhood Watch Alarm Procedures Holiday/Halloween Safety Tips Safe Kids Employee Safety Training Shoplifting Prevention Training Personal Safety Training National Night Out Bicycle Rodeo Triad Police Department Tours for Youth "HALT" (Halt Auto Break-ins Today)
	The Crime Prevention Officer, along with the citizens of Covington, continue to work toward reducing crime and helping to, *Keep Covington a Good Place to Live.*
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