Crime Prevention Blotter
Tag: Community Outreach
November 18, 2020 9:44 AM
It's that time of year for giving... and taking. With so many people shopping online because of the pandemic, we are expected to have a record-breaking year for home deliveries and Porch Pirates this holiday season. These adventurous thieves feast on crimes of opportunity and convenience, … [read more]
August 21, 2019 10:37 AM
Goodbye Summer. Hello Fall. It's that time of year again. While we are busy getting back into school-mode, it's even more important to put safety first. Here are some quick and easy #Back2SchoolSAFETYTIPS for us all: Head Up Phone Down Never Dart Out In Front Of A Parked Car Lock … [read more]
December 11, 2018 11:09 AM
Carjacking Safety Tips: How to Avoid Becoming a Victim A carjacking is one of the scariest things that can ever happen to a driver. It’s a violent crime that involves stealing a car by force, often at gunpoint or knifepoint. According to the National Crime Victimization Survey, an average of … [read more]
November 19, 2018 10:50 AM
It's that time of year again when we come home to front porches full of boxes from online retailers where we find all of the best deals from the convenience of ordering from our phones. This joyous occasion is also the favorite time of year for #PorchPirates. These adventurous thieves feast … [read more]
November 7, 2018 9:45 AM
Over the years Officer Putter has seen it all. Putter has assisted with many community outreach events as well as old crime prevention programs such as DARE and McGruff. After 20+ years serving the Madison community and its police department, Putter decided to retire from what he loved … [read more]
August 29, 2018 12:56 PM
Goodbye Summer. Hello Fall. It's that time of year again. While we are busy getting back into school-mode, it's even more important to put safety first. Here are some quick and easy #Back2SchoolSAFETYTIPS for us all: Head Up Phone Down Never Dart Out In Front Of … [read more]