Community Policing Strategies

I agree that the local community is the starting point for mitigation and preparedness against a potential terrorist attack or any other crisis. Volunteer organizations are an essential part of providing education, services, and resources before, during and after an event that may affect how a community handles an incident. Furthermore, these organizations take the burden off the government and people by providing all these services and resources for free.

It is true that a terrorist attack is different than a natural disaster, but a lot of the same services and resources will still be needed regardless of the incident type. It is the preparedness and forethought that is different. So, it’s the “unknown” circumstances of when, how and where a terrorist will attack. Therefore, it is important for local communities to understand and adopt new strategies to prevent this type of threat. Local law enforcement agencies will need to change their tactics and enlist the local citizens to become more involved in community policing strategies. Community policing is not a new concept, but one where the population across the country has forgotten. Lastly, local communities need to create an effective partnership with the public and private sectors of business and government to combat terrorism (Docobo, 2005).
(2005). Community Policing as the Primary Prevention Strategy for Homeland Security at the Local Law Enforcement Level. Homeland Security Affairs 1, Article 4 (June 2005). Retrieved from