A great majority of intrusions into the home can be avoided if you recognize the importance of basic security measures. The Community Relations Unit of the Santa Monica Police Department has developed a variety of programs and resources to help residents improve their chances of NOT becoming victims of crime in their homes and in their neighborhoods. Available to the public at no cost, the services range from conducting residential surveys to helping organize a Neighborhood Watch Program to self-defense training. Upon request, a Crime Prevention Coordinator will come to your apartment or house and conduct a Residential Security Survey at no cost. Owners can arrange for a security survey of the property.
Issues covered in the survey include lighting, landscaping, locks, alarms and much more.
The visit takes less than an hour and will provide you with suggestions to increase your safety. A Crime Prevention Coordinator will discuss various methods for reducing crime at meetings sponsored by neighbors. The neighbors are trained to recognize and report suspicious activity in their area. Neighborhood Watch meetings provide residents with an opportunity to work closely with police officers and other department personnel to address and resolve specific community concerns. Contact a Crime Prevention Coordinator in the Community Relations Unit of the Police Department for more information.