CRIME PREVENTION AND SAFETY

The Memphis Police Department’s mission is to protect the public safety of all citizens of Memphis by providing as much information as possible to keep you and your family safe. Below are some crime prevention and safety tips that address the issues such as safety at home, gun safety, sexual assault, abduction and child abuse.

Our hope is that you will share them with your family so that together we can make Memphis a safer place for everyone.

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Home and Neighborhood Safety Information

There are a number of ways to help provide protection for your home and neighborhood from crime. The National Crime Prevention Council lists resources, strategies and tips to help keep you and your community safe from crime.
- Crime Prevention
Protecting Your Identity

Protection against identity theft is something we all have to contend with -- on and off-line. Identity theft is the act of stealing someone's personal information to commit fraud.
- Crime Prevention Safety
At HOME? 21 Ways to Protect Your Residence

The Memphis Police Department can list over 20 ways for you to protect your home. Consider these crime prevention tips for peace of mind.
- Crime Prevention Safety
ALARMED? Are you being Monitored?

The following tips are provided to ensure you're maximizing your property protection, privacy and safety -- especially when it comes to our garage doors, shrubbery and lighting!
- Crime Prevention Neighborhoods
On VACATION? Don’t get Tripped Out!

Before you leave your home for vacation or other extended trips away from home, consider these precautions to keep your home and possessions safe in your absence.
- Crime Prevention
Don’t lose your Ride!

Protect your car and everything inside of it! Here are some quick tips to deter car thieves from making off with your car.
- Crime Prevention Safety
Getting Personal: Tips on keeping YOURSELF safe

Learn how to keep yourself safe in social and solo situations.
- Reporting a crime Safety
VICTIMIZED? What do you do NOW?

If you find yourself the victim of a crime, follow these steps to stay safe and get the help you need.
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Stow It, Don’t Show It!

Did you know that thefts from vehicles represent a large percentage of property crimes reported in Memphis? Thefts from vehicles can be prevented -- don't be a victim!

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