Crime prevention and neighborhood safety

Learn about programs, practical tips and resources to help prevent crime and protect your home, vehicle and neighborhood.

Find information about E-Watch, Neighborhood Watch, home security and catalytic converter theft-prevention rebates and other ways to stay informed and involved.

Get help from Public Safety

Find phone numbers and contact information for Lakewood Public Safety, the Lakewood Sheriff’s Station and other emergency and non-emergency services.

Crime Prevention

Be informed of scams and learn how to protect your family and property with these resources. If you see something, say something!

Sign up for E-Watch

E-watch is Public Safety's free monthly email newsletter with current crime trends, crime statistics for Lakewood neighborhoods and invitations to Public Safety events.

Neighborhood Watch

Neighborhood Watch is a program designed to help neighbors join together to prevent crime around your neighborhood.

Home Security System Rebate Program

Lakewood is offering residents an opportunity to receive rebates for purchasing and installing security camera devices and/or starting a new twelve-month contract for a home alarm system. See details and application.

Catalytic Converter Anti-Theft Rebates

Lakewood residents may apply for a theft-prevention rebate to protect the catalytic converter on their vehicle for up to two vehicles. See details and application.

Public Safety Events

Public Safety hosts a number of events each year to connect the Lakewood community with local public safety personnel, crime-prevention resources and practical ways to help keep neighborhoods safe.

Check the Public Safety event calendar

Follow Public Safety's EventBrite page