If you are the victim About Our Police Department National City of a crime… The National City Police Department has over 125 years of dedicated service. It employs 134 Police Department members, both sworn and professional staff, • Notify the National City Police serving approximately 59,000 residents in a nine square mile area. Three major freeways traverse Department as soon as possible. the city which also provide proximity to the International Border, the Mile of Cars, the Bay Emergency – 911 Marina/Port and the 32nd Street Naval Base. Day- time population is estimated at 100,000. The city Non Emergency has a small town feeling with big town 619-336-4411 challenges.

• Provide a detailed description of Our Mission the crime and any injuries sustained. In partnership with our community, the National City Police Department is committed to • Cooperate and provide as much providing the highest level of service and public information about the crime as you safety. We will pursue this commitment with an unwavering resolve while always respecting the can. rights and dignity of those we serve. Robbery/

• The officer can provide you with Our Values the crime report number (case Theft number) and additional information concerning Victim’s Rights. Professionalism – In community service and the quality of our work through excellence and

commitment. Prevention You can request a copy of your Respect – The rights and needs of all. Treat police report at the National City everyone with dignity and respect. Police Department. Integrity – Firm adherence to the Code of Ethics of our profession with open, honest, clear and “Making a difference in the Records Division consistent messages. community” 619-336-4400 Diversity – Is recognized, appreciated and brings strength, and we value our differences. Hours of Operation: Employees – Are the foundation of our Monday – Thursday organization and our greatest asset. We embrace change and challenge ourselves to be the best. 1200 National City Blvd 7:30am – 5:30pm National City, CA 91950 Telephone: 619-336-4411 Prevention Theft Types of Crimes Tips Theft is to steal, take, carry, lead, or drive against Community away the personal property of another, or

Members fraudulently appropriate property, or Robbery defraud any other person of money, labor or property. Robbery is the felonious taking of  Robbery personal property in the possession of • Don't leave valuables unattended. another, from his person or immediate • Don’t leave purses or other valuables in  Theft presence, and against his will, a shopping cart unattended. accomplished by means of force or fear. • Lock your bicycle to a rack with a quality hardened lock. • Be aware of your surroundings. • Engrave property with your driver’s • Stay in lighted areas at night. license number. • Stay with the crowd — there is safety in • Record the make, model, and serial numbers. number of all valuable items and keep the • Be cautious when wearing "flashy" record in a safe place. jewelry. • Be aware of your surroundings. • Do not carrying large sums of money, or • Report any suspicious persons or credit cards on your person. activity to police. • Carry your purse close to the front of your body. Put your wallet in an inside coat or front pants pocket. • Be aware of people around you when Top 10 Stolen Items you are using your automatic teller Sign up for Crime Alerts machine (ATM) card. When possible, use 1. Navigation or GPS an ATM that is located inside a business 2. Laptop Computer/Tablets such as a grocery store. 3. IPOD/MP3 Player www.crimemapping.com • While driving, keep your vehicle doors 4. Purse locked. 5. Wallet • Avoid parking in isolated areas. Be 6. Camera Click on ‘Sign Up’ for crime especially alert in parking lots and 7. Cellular Phone updates in your neighborhood garages. 8. Hand Tools Walk against the flow of traffic. • 9. Sunglasses • Report any suspicious persons or 10. Compact Discs Contact Crime Analysis at 619-336-4542 activity to police. for more information

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