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What is Block Watch?

Woodlea Melrose Home - Click to Enlarge The following is a quote from the City of Phoenix website, and it explains Block Watch very well...

This is a simple program of neigbors watching out for each other. It is designed to enlist the active participation of citizens in cooperation with the police to reduce crime and improve the quality of life in their neighborhoods.

  • It is becoming acquainted with your neighbors.
  • It is working together to identify and solve problems in our community.
  • It is helping the police by being aware of and reporting any unusual activities as they occur.
  • It is the implementation of crime prevention techniques to enhance home security.
  • It is not apprehending someone. Leave that to the police.
  • It is putting neighbors back into the neighborhoods.

If you see suspicious activity please call Crimestop at 26-26-151 (262-6151). For an ememergency, call 9-1-1. When you see graffiti, report it by calling 602-495-7014.

Reduce crime in our neighborhood by joing and promoting the Block Watch program, and report all criminal activity to the Phoenix Police Department.

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