 Crime Prevention works because it
removes one of the three elements necessary for a crime to be committed.
The "Crime Triangle" depicts the three elements. Remove one of the elements and you have
prevented the crime. Contrary to what Hollywood might suggest, most
crimes are not well
planned by the offender. The vast majority are
spur-of-the-moment crimes -- "Crimes of Opportunity."
Crime prevention focuses on removing one of the elements, usually the opportunity part of
the triangle.
The Portland police department can help you with a wide variety of
crime prevention topics. Information is available in the form of
booklets, brochures and other handouts that are free to the members of
our community. We can also schedule an officer to speak to your group
about crime prevention.
An important factor in preventing crime is the formation of partnerships
involving all parts of the community and our police department. We do this
through programs such as Neighborhood Watch
and the Citizens Police Academy Get involved
with our community and our police department and together, we can reduce
crime and enhance the quality of life in our community.
In our series, "Protecting Yourself,"
we offer tips to help keep you and your family from becoming victims of crime
and fraud. If you don't find information you need below, call us and
we'll help find answers for you or check The
National Fraud Information Center at 1-800-876-7060 for a an extensive list
of information and resources to help protect yourself.
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