Stay safe on Halloween
Halloween might be the biggest holiday in October, however the National Crime Prevention Council designated October Crime Prevention Month in 1984 …
Back to school safety tips
It’s that time of year again when parents and children across the country are preparing to go back to school. As part of our commitment to community safety …
Spice up your National Night Out
National Night Out (NNO) is an annual event usually the first Tuesday in August where communities across the country connect with law enforcement. This year …
Vacation crime prevention tips
Summer is a time of year that many families go on vacation. Being on vacation can lead to crime victimization if appropriate crime prevention measures are not …
Summer safety tips
During the summer months would-be thieves are on the look-out for items which can be easily taken in moments. Unlocked doors, open windows, and open garage …
Make a plan to keep safe
As the weather begins to change to warmer temperatures, residents will notice an increase in activity with foot traffic in neighborhoods, along with shopping …
Winter crime prevention tips
As the days have become colder and shorter, the Minneapolis Police Department would like to remind residents of a few tips to help prevent crimes this winter. …
When cold weather strikes, so can thieves
As cold weather is here, many drivers will want to warm up their vehicles before hitting the road. It may seem like good idea to …
Holiday safety and crime prevention tips
At home Make sure all doors and windows have secondary locks (window pins, deadbolts, dowels, etc.) and use them! Don’t hide spare keys in mailboxes or …
Have a safe Halloween
As the spooky season creeps upon us, it’s clear that Halloween will look quite different from the past couple of years as we start to creep back to normal …