Reporting Suspicious Activity

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Reporting Suspicious Activity

• Presented by the
• Delaware State Police

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We need your help!

• As delivery persons, most of you live and work in
  the community.
• Law enforcement needs your help in identifying
  and locating suspicious vehicles / persons.
• Tips and information such as this provides
  detectives with the direction that solves crime.

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Why is this training important?

• Identifying a suspicious vehicle may link a crime
  or series of crimes.
• Investigators may think they are closing in on a
  suspect, however, they need that something extra
  to close the case.
• We want you to be comfortable and assured in
  providing information.

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When does it become suspicious?

• A vehicle becomes suspicious when it simply is
  out of place
• The business is closed.
• There are no lights in the area.
• No headlights
• Person inside is lying low or leaning back.

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When does it become suspicious cont. ?

• A person is suspicious when
• Subject is dressed in all dark clothing.
• Person is looking around as if they are watching
  for police or witnesses to their act.
• Area is not lit.
• Carrying tools.
• Business is closed.

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Be a good neighbor!

• This means getting involved.
• One will surely receive a sense of satisfaction
  by helping to solve or prevent a crime.
• Be aware of things that seem out of place.
• Carry a cell phone or a pen.
• Dont be afraid to get involved.

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How to Report an In-Progress Incident

• To report something in progress, i.e. you are
  witnessing a burglary or theft, call 911.
• If you think a person is about to commit a crime,
  call 911. A police officer can simply contact
  this person or check on a particular vehicle
  during a cursory investigation.

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How to Report Suspicious Activity

• If you think the police would be interested in
  what you have seen, but dont think a 911
  response is necessary, you can
• Call 302-834-2620 ext. 203
• Email crime stoppers- https//www.tipsubmit.com/We
  bTips.aspx?AgencyID346
• Notify your agency who can forward the
  information to police.

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You can remain anonymous!

• Your identity is important to you and us.
  Although it certainly helps if you personally
  come forward, we do not always need to know who
  you are.
• One can call 911 and refuse to give their name-
  Troopers will still respond.

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IMPORTANT

• If you see crime in progress
• Call 911
• Do not put yourselves in harms way
• BE A GOOD WITNESS!!!

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Thank you

• The State Police recognizes that we can not do
  this alone. We need your help and you are in a
  position to make a difference.
• Any questions about this training can be directed
  to Cpl/1 Jeff Whitmarsh at 302-598-5188 or by
  email at jeff.whitmarsh_at_state.de.us.