Traditionally, police respond to calls, investigate crimes, and make arrests. This process alone does not reduce crime.
Crime and public safety issues are community problems. No single agency can solve complex social problems by itself. But, by building a partnership between the police, community and local government, safety can be increased in our neighborhoods and business districts.
Community policing recognizes a shared responsibility between the police and the community and encourages a problem solving partnership. Officers work closely with members of the community, addressing the service needs of the local citizens, and encouraging the residents to participate in the solving of community problems.
The focus is on improving communications between police and the community. The exchange of information between the community and the police is essential in the prevention of crime. This communication will also help divert the many calls to the police that are out of our scope of control and that can be handled more efficiently by other agencies. This will allow more time for officers to work on solving crimes in your neighborhood.
The Egg Harbor Township Community Policing Unit can be reached at the following phone numbers 926-4040 or 926-4039.
Community Policing also offers a wide variety of services such as the ones listed below. Click on them to find out more.
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