Crime Prevention

The mission of the crime prevention unit is to develop, support, and facilitate a comprehensive crime prevention program that accurately identifies and effectively deals with issues of crime in the City of Chesapeake.

Neighborhood Watch Program

The Neighborhood Watch Program has been established to provide the citizens of Chesapeake with a system that can be used to increase safety and security. The program encourages citizens to join in crime prevention efforts within their individual neighborhoods. The program is dependent on citizens becoming personally involved and committed. It highlights the benefits of utilizing and adhering to basic crime prevention techniques and tactics that, when followed, can reduce the likelihood of becoming a victim. In addition, this program strives to develop a strong, cooperative, working relationship between citizens and police. Learn more on how to start a neighborhood watch program.

Public Programs

There are a variety of programs and topics which Crime Prevention officers present to private/public school children, civic leagues, girl and boy scout troops, businesses and church groups. These classes are offered to any group that requests them. Some topics addressed by the Crime Prevention Unit are:

Personal Safety
Home Security
Fraud/Scams
Child Safety
Identity Theft
Workplace Violence
Business Safety

School Based Prevention

Officers also conduct presentations for school age children on the following topics:

Officer Friendly
Stranger Danger
Home Alone
Career Days
Bicycle Safety
School Security and Lock Down Drills

If you need further information please contact the Crime Prevention Unit by phone at 757-382-6223 or 757-382-6189, or email severette@cityofchesapeake.net or egonzales@cityofchesapeake.net. Find us on Facebook for more information on events, crime prevention tips and more!