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Crime Prevention
The Crime Prevention Unit works to educate the public on matters of Crime Prevention and Safety through the media, public speaking engagements, website, and direct communications with neighborhood associations, schools, businesses, and residential communities.
VACATION CHECK
When you plan to be away from your residence, sign up for our FREE Vacation Check. Our members will patrol your area and check your residence while you are away. One more way to give you peace of mind while you are away. Download the form here or call 863-291-6178.
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Bike & Pedestrian Safety
Bike and pedestrian safety is extremely important to us.
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Neighborhood Watch
Watch groups are a foundation of community crime prevention, they can be a stepping stone to community revitalization.
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Permanent Prescription Medication Drop Location
Did you know that the Winter Haven Police Department has a permanent “Medicine Cabinet” for your unused and expired medications? Even those you have for your pet can be dropped off.
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Preparing For The Storm - Businesses & Residents
This page has a few tips for both businesses and residents on what to do during severe storms.
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Seniors & Crime
Our senior population can be vulnerable in so many ways. Criminals often target our aging population for various reasons, including the isolation that some seniors feel when their family members are not in the area.