Crime Prevention and Safety Tips
Many people are victims of crime. Often times, there are steps that people can take to protect themselves and reduce the risk that they will become victimized. The following are crime prevention tips the Cambridge Police Department encourages residents to adopt to protect themselves and their property from theft or damage.
Stay safe while surfing the web and shopping online.
This comprehensive guide details all things scams and frauds, what each of them encompasses, the techniques used by suspects, and the strategies you can use to protect yourself.
Protect yourself and your belongings with these street safety tips.
Stay safe when using taxi/livery vehicles
Residential safety tips to protect homes and belongings.
Tips to prevents thefts from motor vehicles, specifically GPS units.
Protect yourself and your money when using ATMs.
Protect yourself from becoming a victim of identity theft.
Protect yourself from Craiglist rental scams.
Protect your belongings from theft.
Visiting CPD
Hours of Service
Monday: 8:30am-8pm
Tuesday-Thursday: 8:30am-5pm
Friday: 8:30am-12pm
Cambridge Police Department
Branville G. Bard, Jr.
Police Commissioner
Email Us with general inquiries about the department or questions about resources/programs offered by the police. DO NOT use this form to submit tips or report crimes in progress.
125 Sixth Street
Cambridge
MA
02142
Phone:617.349.3300