Divisions

Crime Prevention

Commander Lt. Lee Newkirk
11670 Memphis-Arlington Rd.
Arlington, TN 38002
Phone: 901-867-1401

FREE tip sheets for citizens are available from the Crime Prevention Unit.
CLICK HERE!

FREE ID THEFT info is available for citizens on our ID Theft page.
CLICK HERE!

FREE Neighborhood Watch Toolkit - CLICK HERE!

VacationTry our ‘Vacation Watch’ program - Just call the Sheriff’s Office at this number (901-379-7625) and notify us if you are going to be on vacation so we will pay special attention to your property.

FREE SIGNUP Flyer for Shelby County Sheriff's Office Neigborhood Watch. Please join today! PDF

McGruff the Crime DogThe Shelby County Sheriff's Office is pleased to be able to offer 33 different Programs to the community. We target Programs for Pre-School children, Senior Citizens, Residential Communities and Business Communities.

All Programs are “FREE” and we will go to churches, schools, community centers, private homes (Neighborhood Watch and Home Security Checks) and all organized meeting groups. We will do night and weekend Programs as necessary.

Programs are approximately one hour long. If you need further information, please don't hesitate to contact us.

  • McGruff, the Crime Dog
    McGruff, a figure with which children can identify, informs children what to do about strangers and that drug abuse is not a good thing.
    Target Group     - Pre-school - 3rd grade

  • Drug and Alcohol Awareness
    Explains how drugs can be harmful and how to avoid being pressured into using them.
    Target Group - 5th grade - Adult

  • Stranger Danger
    Explains about strangers and what to do if approached by a stranger.
    Target Group - Pre-school - 4th Grade

  • Junior Deputy Program
    A three month program about Juvenile rights, Drug and Alcohol abuse, Stranger Danger, and In case of Emergency.
    Target Group - 4th grade only

  • Teen Awareness
    Informs teens about Tennessee laws of which teenagers should be aware.
    Target Group - 7th - 12th grade

  • Teen Suicide
    All teens need to enjoy life.
    Target Group - 7th - 12th grade

  • D.U.I.
    Explains the hazards and the penalties and how law enforcement reacts to driving under the influence.
    Target Group - 8th grade - Adult

  • Parents SHould Know
    Informs parents of laws that pertain to their children and their responsibilities in helping to enforce these laws.
    Target Group - Adults

  • Home Security Education
    How to protect your home and valuables.
    Target Group - Community

  • Home Security Evaluation
    Individual security assessments.
    Target Group - Community

  • Neighborhood Watch
    How to make our neighborhoods safer.
    Target Group - Community

  • Common Sense Self Defense
    Explains how to avoid becoming a victim of crime.
    Target Group - Community

  • Crime and Loss Prevention
    How to secure your business against crime.
    Target Group - Business Community

  • Drugs in the Workplace
    Explains how drugs affect employee, safety, and production in the work place.
    Target Group     - Business Community

  • Gun Safety
    What to do if you find a gun.
    Target Group     - K - 6th grade

  • Holiday Safety
     Shopping safely during the holiday.
    Target Group     - Community

  • Senior Safety
    Scams and being safe.
    Target Group - Seniors

  • Bike Safety
    Riding safely - obeying the laws.
    Target Group - 5 - 12 year olds

  • School Bus Safety
    Staying safe while on or around the school bus.
    Target Group - 5-12 year olds

  • Seasonal Safety Tips
    Halloween and fireworks safety
    Target Group - Children & Parents

  • Self Esteem
    Making the right decisions
    Target Group - 4th - 8th grade

  • Choices We Make
    Thinking before reacting.
    Target Group - 8th - 12th grade

  • Dating Violence
    How to have a safe date
    Target Group - 7th - 12th grade (Females)

  • Internet Safety and Security
    Internet hazards and scams and how to recognize and avoid them.
    Target Group - Internet Users

  • Work Place Violence
    Recognizing potential hazards.
    Target Group - Business Community

  • Parking Lot Safety
    Staying alert at all times.
    Target Group - Community

  • Traffic Safety
    Driving safe.
    Target Group - Community

  • Child Passenger Safety
    Transporting children safely.
    Target Group - Community

  • Child Seat Check (more info on car seat safety here...)
    Certified Child Restraint Technicians will ensure the child seat is properly installed..
    Target Group - Community

  • Street Gang Awareness
    Recognition and Identification.
    Target Group - Community

  • Hispanic Gang Awareness
    Recognition and Identification.
    Target Group - Community

  • Summer Parks Program
    Safety topics for children enrolled in Community Centers
    Target Group - Community Children

  • Identity Theft
    How to protect your identity
    Target Group - Community

 

 

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