Reducing motor vehicle theft
As of now, there is an average of 13 cars stolen every day in the City of Minneapolis. Nearly all those thefts were due to driver error. Vehicle theft is a …
Keep dating safe
As we flip our calendars to February our thoughts will start to focus on Valentine’s Day and what our plans might entail. Love is in the air as …
Safety during the New Year
Here is a list of safety tips to keep people safe and prevent crime over the New Year Holiday. Getting there – Going out to celebrate, leave for your …
Staying safe at school
With our kids returning to school soon I wanted to offer tips on school safety. I want to focus on what we can we do as parents to educate …
The Great Minneapolis Get Together
With the Fourth of July in our rear-view mirror and August approaching I think we should start to think about National Night Out, or as I like to call it …
Safe – and legal – fireworks
As the calendar turns to July we will start planning our July 4th celebration with good food and fireworks. The Minneapolis Police …
School is out – safety tips for kids
As we transition into the summer months and look ahead to summer activities we should keep in mind that school is out for summer, and the Minneapolis Police …
Enjoy spring – safely
As temperatures increase over the next several weeks, the Minneapolis Police Department would like to remind you to take the following precautions as …
Environmental Design can deter crime
As we anticipate warmer weather, we start thinking about getting out in the yard and doing some yard work. I would like to offer up some tips when doing …
Start thinking safe spring cleaning
As the calendar turns and we get closer to warmer weather (which I know cannot get here soon enough) our attention and thoughts will be …