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 CRIME CONTINUES TO DROP IN LONG BEACH – 2008 STATS RELEASEDThe City of Long Beach continued to realize its goal of becoming California's safest large city as the overall crime rate declined 5.6% in 2008, marking the 5th year of crime reduction since 2002. In 2008, Part 1 Violent Crime decreased 8% as compared to 2007, and is at the lowest level since the early 1970's. (View 2008 Year-End Crime Statistics) |
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NEIGHBORHOOD WATCHES ARE ON THE FRONT LINES IN A BAD ECONOMYIn these times of economic downturn and limited resources for communities, Neighborhood Watches are on the front lines in keeping neighborhoods safe. Thank you to all of you that are participating already, and please pass this on to anyone who is not involved in a Neighborhood Watch. (View CCN's Article) NORTH DIVISION COMMUNITY CRIME MEETINGOn March 30, 2009 at 6:30p.m. you are invited to come meet North Division Commander Billy Quach and other members of the Long Beach Police Department who will provide an update on current crime trends in the area, the latest ways Police are fighting crime, and what citizens can do to get involved. (View Flyer) |
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SCAM ALERT AND PREVENTION TIPSThe Long Beach Police Department is warning the community about an increase in scams committed via email, telephone and in person, designed to entice victims to give money or disclose personal information to allow the suspect access to the victim’s finances. (View News Release) 03-2009 |
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