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Sections & Units
Our Mission:
"To optimize public safety
in the City of Calgary"
Crime Prevention Unit
Crime Prevention for the Disabled
Your Guide to Safety and Security
Quick Safety and Security Tips
- Avoid being out alone at night.
- Stay in busy, well-lit areas. Avoid dark, deserted places.
- If you are suspicious of someone, trust your instincts.
- Scream or use a personal emergency alarm to attract attention.
- Do not accept a ride from someone you've just met. Meet at a public place, not their home.
- Wait for the bus with other people in a well-lit area.
- Carry your valuables securely. Hold your purse or use a fanny pack. Don't leave your wallet or purse unattended or in a bag at the back of your wheelchair.
- If someone demands your money, give it to them. Avoid carrying more money than you need that day.
- Record your credit card numbers and report lost or stolen cards.
- Go to the bank or bank machine during daylight hours.
- Be wary of sales and contest prizes offered over the telephone. Remember, if something sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
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If you are a victim of a crime, report it at once so police will have a better chance of arresting the criminal.
- Emergency Calls: 9-1-1
- TTY/TDD Emergency Calls: 233-2210
- Non-emergency Police Calls: 266-1234
- TTY/TDD Non-emergency Calls: 265-7392
Protect Yourself From Crime
Although Calgary is one of the safest cities in which to live, many people still fear becoming a victim of crime.
Taking some basic security precautions will help you reduce your chance of becoming a victim. This booklet gives security tips you can use to help protect yourself.
"Your Guide to Safety and Security" is a joint initiative of the Calgary Police Service and your community. It is designed to provide personal safety and awareness tips for most people with physical disabilities.
This information is also available in large print and on audiocassette. To request a copy in these formats, call the Calgary Police Service Diversity Resources Unit at (403) 974-0550.
For more information, choose a link below:
For Further Information
Call the Calgary Police Service non-emergency line at 266-1234, or contact the district office nearest you. The Calgary Police Service has a variety of brochures and information about crime prevention.
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