Crime Prevention & Safety Tips

Crime prevention is defined as “the anticipation, the recognition, and the appraisal of a crime risk and the initiation of action to remove or reduce it.”  Plainly speaking, crime prevention is recognizing that a crime risk exists and taking some corrective action to eliminate or reduce that risk.  Be our partners in reducing crime.  Let’s make a difference together!  Please review these crime prevention tips and visit our Services & Programs page.  If you see suspicious activity, on the street or in a parking lot, call Takoma Park Police at 301-270-1100.

• Airbag Crime Prevention Information and Tips
• Are Your House Numbers Clearly Visible from the Street?
• Burglary Prevention
• Catalytic Converter Etching Program
• Do Not Leave Your Car Running Unattended in Cold Weather
• Do Not Text and Drive
• Engrave Your Valuables
• Exploring Safe & Secure Alternatives for Package Deliveries
• Fall Maintenance to Ensure Your Home is Ready for Winter
• Fire Pits and Open Burning Guidelines, Restrictions and Safety Information
• Gang Prevention
• Gas Station Theft from Auto
• Halloween Safety
• Maintain Melting Snow to Avoid Home Damage
• Online Shopping Safety
• Protect Your Child’s Privacy – Don’t Use Yard Signs with Personal Information
• Recommendations to Protect a Vacant Home or Property Under Construction
• Residential Home Security Survey
• Rideshare Safety
• Safe Place for Online Transactions
• Secure Your Vehicle
• Securing Your Shed – Tips to Deter Shed Burglaries
• Take the Picture – Summer Tip
• Vacant House Check Program