The primary goal of the Crime Prevention Unit is to help educate citizens on
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Jill Mecklenburg
Crime Prevention Specialist |
how to reduce their risk of being a victim of crime. This goal is accomplished through various programs which include Neighborhood Crime Watch, Crime Free Multi-Housing, Citizen's Police Academy and safety presentations for adults and children. A Crime Prevention Specialist currently coordinates all programs listed below. If you require further information, please call 612-861-9845, Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
A large majority of the crimes that take place in Richfield are crimes of opportunity – meaning, there are steps that can be taken to prevent the crimes from occurring. Please take a moment to browse through the Crime Prevention information on this site. Then remember to stay informed and aware – and always call 911 to report suspicious activity.