Those interested in walking the neighborhood in the evening to help create a more secure environment can join this growing list of walkers. Please email Phil DeRose at philderose@hotmail.com to sign up and be added to the email list of walkers.
To see a PDF file showing those walking and the schedule, please click here: Watch Walk Signup April 08
Neighborhood Watch Tips Walk between 7pm and 10pm Walk with at least one other neighbor Bring a flashlight, cel phone and small pad and pen to record incidents Do not put yourself in harm’s way - report to police!
Police emergency number: 911Police non-emergency number: 989-4170
What Neighborhood Watch Members Should Look For:· Someone screaming or shouting for help · Someone looking into windows and parked cars · Unusual noises · Property being taken out of houses where no one is at home or a business is closed · Cars, vans, or trucks moving slowly without apparent destination, or without lights · Anyone being forced into a vehicle · A stranger sitting in a car or stopping to talk to a child · Abandoned cars. · Loitering in public/park areas· Unsecured buildings ·
Report these incidents to the police department. Talk about the problem with your neighbors.
How To Report to police:· Give your name and address. · Briefly describe the event - what happened, when, where, and who was involved. · Describe the suspect: sex and race, age, height, weight, hair color, clothing, distinctive characteristics such as beard, mustache, scars, tattoos or accent. · Describe the vehicle if one was involved: color, make, model, year, license plate, and special features such as stickers, dents, or decals. · Keep a record of the incident and report back to OMHS
Adapted from Neighborhood Watch Program information on the LAPD website: www.lapdonline.org
