Crime Prevention Unit

Mission

The Cañon City Police Department's mission includes the provision of crime prevention programming as part of its overall commitment to community policing and is an integral component of creating a positive and proactive community/police relationship.

Increases Quality Life

The Crime Prevention Unit positively influences the quality of life in our community by:

  • Reducing crime or the fear of crime
  • Increasing the knowledge of citizens in "pro-active" crime prevention strategies
  • Encouraging and training citizens in neighborhood watch activities
  • Training the community in a wide array of crime prevention approaches
  • Providing home and business security checks

Initiatives, Programs, and Events

The Crime Prevention Unit was created in 2013 and since then, has developed a number of local initiatives as well as implemented many well-known and successful national programs. This unit also provides a number of education and awareness events throughout the year.

Contact Us

For more information on the Crime Prevention Unit or to share any concerns regarding crime prevention, please contact Crime Prevention Coordinator BJ Cerda at 719-276-5600, ext. 3917.