Podcasts Government Stephanie Mann - Safe Kids Now Show Volunteers Cut Crime 48%, "Perfect Storm" Part 3

Volunteers Cut Crime 48%, "Perfect Storm" Part 3

Published: Sept. 4, 2012, 9:15 p.m.

How 10 volunteers reduced crime and drug abuse in a community of 17,500 residents. Within two and a half years...crime decreased 48%. Documented in the book, "Alternative to Fear: Guidelines for safer neighborhoods." This "how to" guidebook helped launch the national "Neighborhood Watch" program.