Crime Prevention Unit

There is an old saying; "an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." The Middlesex Deputy Sheriffs' Association Crime Prevention Unit proves the wisdom of this saying every day! By educating the residents of Middlesex about some of the ways to avoid becoming a victim of crime, the Sheriffs' Crime Prevention Unit provides a cost-effective way to reduce the frequency of crimes. The sponsorship of Prevention programs also provides an excellent means of building a positive working relationship between the law enforcement community and the residents of Middlesex County. More importantly, the work of the Crime Prevention Unit directly improves the quality of life for every citizen of Middlesex, and is directly responsible for lowering the incidence of certain Part One Crimes. Thanks to the efforts of the Crime Prevention Unit, the residents of Middlesex County can once again call their neighborhoods "home" and be proud of where they live! At scheduled events throughout the year, the Crime Prevention Unit conducts safety and crime prevention presentations throughout County. These programs empower the residents of Middlesex with the knowledge that allows them to avoid the likelihood of becoming a victim of crime. These programs also provide the residents with the confidence needed to get involved in their community. With the cooperative effort of the residents, the good citizens of Middlesex can once again regain control of their neighborhoods and evict the punks, drug dealers, and street thugs that have degraded our quality of life. In doing so, a strong relationship develops within the community and a sense of pride begins to grow. In addition, the healthy partnership that develops between the residents of the County and the law enforcement community creates an unwelcome environment for any would be criminal. The crime fighting ability of law enforcement officers is limited. The incidence of violent crime, coupled with budget restraints and limited manpower, has stressed police departments to their limit. Today, the grim fact remains that the courts are far to willing to protect the rights of the criminal at the expense of the rights owed to the victim. It is the expertise, motivation, and assistance of the Crime Prevention Unit that allows the residents of Middlesex to win the battle against crime! It doesn't matter whether you're rich or poor, elderly, disabled, a teenager, or child; everyone can benefit from participating in the programs offered by the Sheriffs' Crime Prevention Unit.