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Police Citizens College

Once again Police Citizens College will be held at the Main Police Station October & November 2001—10 week nights from 7-10 PM. 10 members of our group attended last year and found it very worthwhile. It was particularly helpful in gaining insight of the 15-20 police departments.

KNNW members will be attending again this year. If you are interested in participating, you must reserve a spot by phoning Community Officer Brandi Frazier at 905-546-4906.

Reporting Crimes

Q: What is the suggested method of reporting a crime or suspicious activity?

A: Call the police!

It is wise to have the number readily accessible in case of emergencies. Identify yourself by your name and address then relay the information.
Example: I am Jane Smith of 16 Rose Street, a member of NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH. There is a suspicious person prowling around the home of my neighbour at 14 Rose Street.

Give the exact location of the crime or activity.

Remain in contact with the Police Dispatcher until they have obtained all the information they require.

Do not personally confront the situation. Await the arrival of the Police. When reporting an incident to the Police you may be asked to repeat the address. This is to ensure that the address has been correctly understood. At the same time as you are relaying the information, a car is already being dispatched to the scene of the emergency.

NOTE: All information can be kept confidential!


Q: What response should I expect?

A: If the crime is in progress, e.g. the burglar is still in your home, there will be an immediate and swift response from your local patrol officer. If the crime has already been committed, (e.g. you have come home and found that your home has been burglarized, a slower response should be expected.) Crimes in progress receive first priority! All other calls for service will be answered on a lower priority basis.

Contacting KNNW

To communicate wit a co-ordinator of KNNW contact us at nw@lockestreet.com.

To receive monthly e-newsletters & e-alerts send your request to thewatch@lockestreet.com.

For more information about the e-newsletter and e-alerts visit the Neighbourhood Watch page at LockeStreet.com

Regards,
Richard Palmer,
Assistant Co-ordinator, Kirkendall North Neighbourhood Watch