Programs & Info

Person County Crime Stoppers

Crime Doesn't Pay But We Do.

Crime Stoppers has received thirty-three tips and twelve arrests have been made as the result of these tips. Six payouts have been made for tips received that led to arrests. Citizens are encouraged to continue to phone in any suspicious activity they witness and any information that will be helpful to law enforcement in solving and preventing crimes.

Neighborhood Watch

Officers from the Roxboro Police Department have worked with several neighborhoods to implement neighborhood watch programs. These programs hold regular meetings to discuss issues that have arisen in the neighborhood and to develop solutions to these issues. Our department will assist any neighborhood within the City of Roxboro in establishing a Neighborhood Watch Program. Contact the department at (336) 599-8345 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday – Friday for assistance in this area.

Volunteering

Members of the Roxboro Police Department volunteer in the community on a regular basis. Many of our officers participate in fundraising activities for the N.C. Special Olympics and we also carry out Shop With A Cop for needy families at Christmas each year. Officers volunteer their time to meet with school children to teach them about gun safety and stranger danger, as well as providing Child I.D.s at local events (such as Personality, National Night Out, Fire Safety and Prevention Week, and grand opening ceremonies of local businesses).

Honor Guard

The Roxboro Police Department’s Honor Guard was established in 2004 under the direction of Lt. Wayne Wade and Lt. Mike Price. Thus far, they have participated in several community events, such as leading the survivors lap at Relay for Life, receptions for incoming city leaders, Special Olympics, etc. We are proud of the men who serve on this unit; they are professional in appearance and in demeanor.

Gun Safety

Children
STOP! That's the first thing to remember if you ever see a gun or bullets. DO NOT touch it. Leave right away. Tell an adult you trust. Call 9-1-1 if there is no adult around. Always assume that a gun is real, loaded and dangerous.
Adults
Make sure that any guns you have in your possession are in a secure location and that you have a gun lock on them so that children cannot accidentally shoot themselves or someone else should they find the guns. Gun locks are available at the police department, free of charge. Teach your children that guns are for adults to handle and that they should never touch a gun, no matter whose it is.

Personal Safety

As we approach the holiday season, please take extra care to be aware of your surroundings. Do not carry large amounts of cash when you go shopping. Place all purchases in the trunk of your vehicle, so that you do not lure a thief to break into your vehicle. If you must shop alone, do not go to your vehicle without a security officer with you.

Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence is a pattern of coercive control of one person over another physically harms, arouses fear, prevents free behavior or forces unwanted behavior includes various abusive behaviors, including manipulation of:

Victims, You and Me, and the Court System
Why do men batter?
	Because they can
	Sense of entitlement
	Learned behavior
	We let them
	Power and control
Why do women stay?
	Children
	Isolation
	Economics
	Guilt/responsibilities
	Toxic hope, and FEAR
	We cannot just tell women that they will be safer leaving because Leaving Does Not = Safety
How does Domestic Violence affect children?
	Domestic Violence affects all children
	Protect or Abuse Parent
	Identify with Parents
	Cycle of Violence is Generational
	About 40% of all children in domestic violence situations have
	Witnessed serious violence
	43% of domestic violence households have children < 12 years old
What should you tell a victim of Domestic Violence?
	I am afraid for your safety
	I am afraid for your children's safety
	It will only get worse
	I am here for you when you are ready
	You don't deserve to be abused
What should you tell children who are affected by Domestic Violence?
	You are not alone
	You are not responsible for the adult choices and problems in your family
	It's not your fault.
	You can't control your parents' behaviors
	Things can be better for you
	There are people and places that can help you
	All of your feelings are okay