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Kent Police Community Education Unit
The Kent Police Department Community Education Unit organizes, supervises, and/or presents several programs/presentations designed to reduce criminal victimization and opportunity for crime.
In addition to traditional Police services such as patrol, detectives, narcotics investigations, and traffic enforcement, the Kent Police strive to provide a full range of services to our community. Here is a list of the educational programming provided by the Kent Police Community Education Unit:
Auto Theft Prevention
The Washington Auto Theft Prevention Authority (WATPA) was formed as a result of engrossed 3rd Substitute House Bill 1001 (the Elizabeth Nowak-Washington Auto Theft Prevention Act) enacted during the 2007 Regular Legislative Session. WATPA resources and auto theft prevention tips.
"The Club"
Protect your vehicle with the club.
Winner International and the Kent Police Employees Benevolent Association (KPEBA) offers this steering wheel locking device at a discounted price.
- Passenger vehicle size $15.00
- SUV, vans, and pick-up size $20.00
"The Club" is recommended to prevent auto theft and can be purchased at these discounted prices at the Kent Police Department, 220 4th Avenue South. Cash or check only (made out to KPEBA). All proceeds benefit youth in the Kent community. For more information, call Sara Wood, 253-856-5851.
Auto Theft Prevention Brochure (438KB PDF)
A proven crime prevention program that encourages neighbors to look out for each other. Consider forming a Block Watch today. For more information, call 253-856-5875 or e-mail.
Stay tuned for information on National Night Out 2010!
A program to assist businesses with crime prevention methods to reduce crime. For more information, call 253-856-5851 or e-mail.
Reducing crime by changing the environment - locks, latches, lighting, landscaping, design, natural surveillance, and encouraging legitimate users of property.
Call 253-856-5851 to schedule a CPTED survey for your commercial property or business.
Call 253-856-5875 to schedule a CPTED survery for your home.
Safe Tenants And Rentals (STAR)
Keeping illegal activity out of rental housing. Simple crime prevention measures to prevent crime in apartments. For more information, call 253-856-5836.
Regional Landlord Training
Kent Police has partnered with other South King County police agencies to bring up to date information to property managers and landlords. The next training will be on Wednesday, October 14, 2009 and held at Burien City Hall. For more information on the training or to register, click on the class brochure (176KB PDF).
This booklet contains information on how to improve safety in neighborhoods, help police fight crime, prepare for disasters, and watch for signs of terrorism. (579KB PDF)
Become part of the solution. Kent's graffiti removal program!
Don't Be a Victim
Instruction includes personal safety tips & techniques, ways to avoid being a victim, how to handle situations if you are attacked, how to get help, and how and what to report. Call 253-856-5851 to schedule a class or for more information.
Personal Safety Tips (722KB PDF)
Child Car Seat Inspection Program
Did you know that the #1 cause of injury death for children is motor vehicle collisions? Community child car seat inspections are conducted by the South King County Child Passenger Safety Team throughout the year. No appointment is necessary; just arrive within the scheduled times.
Child Car Seat Inspection Schedule (162KB PDF).
Got a traffic ticket? You may be able to keep it off your driving record!
The Kent Police Explorer Post #2298 is comprised of youth from in and around the Kent community who are investigating a career in law enforcement. Our goal is to create a link between youth, community and police.
Pedestrian Safety
Increasing traffic around Kent can pose safety risks for pedestrians and bicyclists. Traffic volumes on Kent Kangley Avenue have prompted calls to the City with concerns for pedestrians crossing the road. The City of Kent has developed strategies to address these concerns. List of strategies and tips (436KB PDF).
Poster Contest
Each year the Kent Drinking Driver Task Force coordinates the "Keep A Friend Alive" Poster Design Contest. Any Kent-area student Preschool through 6th grade is invited to get creative by using any art supplies.
Check out last year's posters 2008 winning posters.
Reduce Under Age Drinking (RUAD)
The Kent "Game of Life" youth board has compiled resources and information on how to help promote the "zero tolerance" attitude for underage drinking. For more information, call 253-856-5883.
Youth Conference "GAME OF LIFE"
The conference is planned each year by the youth board and adult mentors. Last year's youth board consisted of 25 youths, ranging in age from 13-18. The conference is designed each year with activities for youth to have fun, make new friends and plan projects that will make a difference in their community. For more information, call 253-856-5883.
Volunteers In Police Service (VIPS) is a group of community members who assist Kent Police Department employees providing services to the community. These services could not be done without this wonderful group of people who volunteer their free time.
Kent Police Brochures and Resources
The Kent Police Community Education Unit has resources available to enhance safety in the community and prevent criminal activity. Here are some available for download:
Every year Kent Police has close to 100 bikes that we are unable to return to the owner because they didn't report them to the police with the serial number. Record your bicycle information on My Bicycle Card. Then file the card in a safe place so you can report the serial number if your bicycle is reported stolen. You do not need to send the card into the police.
Business Crime Prevention
The Kent Police Department Crime Prevention Unit can help businesses identify crime risks and offer crime prevention tips. Crime Prevention strategies you can implement to crime proof your business. (64KB PDF)
Identity Theft
Identity theft occurs when a criminal obtains personal identification data and uses it for an illegal purpose - typically theft. The thief takes advantage of good credit ratings and leaves behind bad credit in the victim's name. For more information on how to prevent Identity Theft go to: http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/edu/microsites/idtheft/
Shoplifting Prevention
The Kent Police Crime Prevention Unit would like to help businesses prevent shoplifting. There are a number of steps to prevent merchandise from walking out the door. Tips to Prevent Shoplifting (25KB PDF)
Video Cameras
Kent Police encourage use of video surveillance systems to fight and solve crime. Video camera information (120KB PDF).