Crime is a big problem in any community and with a shortage of local and county law enforcement, there is room for you to pitch in and make a difference.
The Van Zandt County Precinct Watch Program is a free program benefitting all residents of Van Zandt County. The program is the eyes and ears of the community and participation is available to any qualified Van Zandt County Resident. Participants will receive training on what to do and what not to do as a member.
You can help make Van Zandt County a safer place to live, work and raise you family by becoming a member and getting involved. As a member, there are opportunities for you to attend crime prevention and safety classes and special presentations. You can attend monthly member meetings to learn about what and where crime is happening in your precinct. You can volunteer your time and talents to assist in the success of the program. If you are unable to participate in the program but believe in its mission, consider making a donation. Any effort you make is needed and greatly appreciated.
For those who didn’t know, Van Zandt County is 859 square miles in size, 70 percent the size of Rhode Island, with a population of over 55,000 people. Approximately 97 percent of the crimes in the county are property crimes, meaning burglary, theft or auto theft. Due to manpower shortages at the Sheriff’s Office it is very difficult for property crimes to be prevented by Sheriff Deputies.
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