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Crime Prevention
As a department that has established a community policing model, we know the value of keeping our community involved in the crime prevention process. A strong partnership between the citizens of Williamsburg and the Williamsburg Police Department is integral to achieving a safe, thriving community. We have compiled a crime map and a number of tips and suggestions that will help keep you safe and enable you to assist with crime prevention efforts in your community.
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Avoiding Scams
Scam artists target all ages and socio-economic classes, but particularly target the elderly, often being quite aggressive in their tactics. Read and apply these tips to make sure you don't be a victim.
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Child Seat Safety
Car seats and boosters provide protection for infants and children in a crash, yet car crashes are a leading cause of death for children ages 1 to 13. Follow this guide to ensure your child's safety while riding in the car.
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Identity Theft
Identity Theft is quickly becoming the crime of choice for criminals. It is imperative that you take the proper precautions to minimize the risk of becoming a victim.
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Peninsula Crime-Stoppers
Crime-Stoppers encourages members of the community to assist local law enforcement agencies in the fight against crime by overcoming the two key elements that inhibit community involvement: fear and apathy. Crime-Stoppers provides a telephone number and Web Tips to encourage citizens in the community to volunteer vital information helpful to law enforcement agencies to fight against crime.
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Safety Tips
The Williamsburg Police Department wants you to be safe! By practicing these personal safety tips, you will reduce the opportunities criminals look for when targeting a crime victim.
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Community Engagement Unit
Physical Address
425 Armistead Avenue
Williamsburg, VA 23185
Phone: (757) 220-2331Fax: (757) 259-7204Emergency: 911