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Crime Prevention

The Lakewood Police Department is committed to ensuring community safety and strongly advocates for citizen involvement in preventing crimes. We aim to provide citizens with the resources needed to enhance their understanding of crime prevention and increase their ability to protect the community. Explore our crime prevention pages for access to programs and materials that can empower you to effectively safeguard yourself, your family and your community.

Crime Free Multihousing

Crime Free Multihousing trains apartment owners, managers and residents about what they can do now to solve the problem of illegal and nuisance activity on the property.

Crime Stoppers

Crime Stoppers increases the safety of the Metro Denver community by assisting Law Enforcement Agencies in identifying and arresting criminal suspects through anonymous tips.

ID Theft Proactive Measures

Find out ways you can protect yourself from ID theft.

Report a Homeless Camp

The Community Action Team can assist if a homeless camp is on public property including public parks, roadways, sidewalks and public buildings.

Neighborhood Watch Program

Neighborhood Watch is a group of residents who take an active role in working with law enforcement to reduce crime in their community.

Catalytic Converter Theft

Find out tips to prevent becoming a victim of Catalytic Converter Theft.

Car Theft Prevention

Find out the top stolen vehicles and tools to help prevent auto theft.

Vacation Check Program

The Lakewood Police Department offers vacation security checks for residents. Members of the Volunteer Support Team (VST) will conduct periodic checks of the exterior of your home while you are away.

Crime Prevention through Environmental Design

Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design assessments are available upon request, free of charge, conducted by our certified agents for your property or business.

Business Watch

Through education and cooperation, an active Business Watch reduces and prevents crime throughout the community.