The San Antonio Police Department offers a variety of ways for community members to work closely with the police through organized programs and individual activities. Listed below are descriptions of the ways San Antonio residents can form partnerships with the police to make their neighborhoods safer places to live.
ACTIVE CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS | |
Neighborhood residents patrol their streets, using cell phones to report crimes. Ride-along and Training at SAPD substations. | |
11-week class to inform and educate citizens about the SAPD and police work in San Antonio. Held at SAPD Academy. Includes Ride-along. 207-6242. Active CPA Alumni Association. | |
Opportunities to assist SAPD with duties ranging from clerical to roof-top surveillance. 207-3319 | |
Trained volunteers work weekend evenings at substations to assist victims of family violence. |
CRIME PREVENTION | |
Special Crime Prevention Web Page: | Learn tips to safeguard your person and your property. Schedule crime prevention surveys (residential or business). |
A program to involve neighbors in watching for criminals and safeguarding property and residents. | |
Help End Auto Theft. Register your car with HEAT. | |
Contact Substations to schedule Crime Prevention presentation for children. | |
National Night Out: | Annual Event: A "Night Out Against Crime", scheduled for the first Tuesday in August each year. |
PROGRAMS TO ASSIST CRIME VICTIMS : | |
Counselors work with victims of violent crimes. 207-2141 | |
Civilian volunteers who counsel victims of family violence. 207-2136 | |
On-line directory of services and resources for victims of violent crimes, particularly family violence. 207-2136 | |
Teams who work with both victims and perpetrators to diffuse family violence. Contact Substations. | |
VINE Program | Notifies victims of domestic violence when assailant is released from custody. 270-6292 |
HELP THE POLICE SOLVE CRIMES: | |
Most Wanted felons with current warrants for Murder, Sexual Assault, Robbery and other crimes. | |
Call 224-STOP to anonymously report criminals or wanted persons. Rewards available up to $5000. | |
Printable posters of missing children and adults. | |
Web page with details of unsolved homicides and other major cases. | |
Info on current scams; photos of wanted con artists. | |
Info on current crimes against businesses; photos of wanted forgers, robbers, and other criminals. |