The department's Crime Prevention Unit offers residents the opportunity to put their home's vulnerability and safety to the test! P.O. John Carty or P.O. Jeff Angermeyer, the HPD's CERTIFIED Crime Prevention Officers , will conduct an overall inspection of your home--both interior and exterior--in order to pinpoint weaknesses in your home's layout and security.
Many homeowners feel that crime will never impact their household. However, there are never any guarantees. Houses that are vulnerable to burglary and theft are running the risk of inviting crime. Often by taking very simple steps, a homeowner can raise the level of security at home. From locks to lighting, this free-of-charge service to residents is bound to improve the risk of falling victim to a burglary.
The heart of the Home Security Survey includes a complete inspection of the house's exterior by the officer and the homeowner. The officer will conclude with practical suggestions to correct the identified weaknesses. It is then up to the homeowner to implement the new improvements suggested. Moreover, by walking the homeowner through the process of a security survey, P.O. Carty and P.O. Angermeyer will explain some of the key concepts to crime prevention and home security. Upon completion of a Home Security Survey, a homeowner will not only have a list of ideas from a trained police officer on how to prevent a burglary, but also understand the core of crime prevention philosophies.
If you are interested in a Home Security Survey, fill out our On Line Form or contact Ptl. Carty at (201)664-4200 x5208 to schedule an appointment. For more information about crime prevention visit:
