The Danville Police Department is small but mighty.
Here are just a few of the ways they keep us safe.
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I’m delighted to be joined today by a very special guest. Lt. Alan Shields of the Danville Police Department is here to talk a little bit about the DPD and how they are continuing to improve the ways in which they keep all of us safe.
The #1 goal of the DPD is always to stop and prevent crime. Stopping crime requires good training and execution, but preventing crime is something that we all take a part in. The DPD’s outreach program has really done a great job meeting with citizens through different events like “Coffee With a Cop” or “Recess With the Cops” at local schools.
Ultimately, the DPD isn’t made up of just 30 officers roaming the streets. It’s made up of each and every responsible citizen in the town, and they are just the tip of the spear. When the authorities and the community work together to keep Danville safe, great things happen.
The #1 goal of the DPD is always to stop and prevent crime. Stopping crime requires good training and execution, but preventing crime is something that we all take a part in. The DPD’s outreach program has really done a great job meeting with citizens through different events like “Coffee With a Cop” or “Recess With the Cops” at local schools.
Ultimately, the DPD isn’t made up of just 30 officers roaming the streets. It’s made up of each and every responsible citizen in the town, and they are just the tip of the spear. When the authorities and the community work together to keep Danville safe, great things happen.
One way the DPD is keeping us safer is through their increased use of HD cameras at stop lights and on the tops of their cars. Contrary to popular belief, these aren’t speed or red light cameras. They’re not designed to get anyone in trouble. They’re actually designed to keep everyone safe. These cameras can alert officers of stolen cars and criminals in an instant. They recently used them to capture a bank robber in less than a day.
Property crimes are at the lowest level ever.
The DPD utilizes social media to have a clearer line of communication, but they aren’t immune to trolls. Although a lot of people on social media have told him that crime in Danville is getting worse, the numbers don’t support that at all. In fact, crime levels have remained relatively stable for the last 20 years and property crimes are at the lowest level ever.
The DPD is such an amazing group of guys and gals. I’m grateful that they are here in our community keeping watch. To further improve the security of your home. Lt. Shields recommends getting a security camera installed. Also, feel free to give them a call if you’re going out of town and they will provide a complimentary vacation check of your house.
If you have any questions for me or you’re thinking about buying or selling a home, give me a call or send me an email. I look forward to hearing from you.
