Community Police Officers

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The goal is for the community police officer to become a known, trusted, and accessible resource deeply embedded in the neighborhood they serve. Rather than just responding to calls for service, they take a proactive, collaborative approach to improve public safety and quality of life issues. For example, the Dallas Police Department has a Community Engagement Unit with teams of officers dedicated to targeted enforcement, investigations, and acting as liaisons to build relationships with residents and businesses in each area of the city. 

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