The Officers at District 13 are proud to serve the neighborhoods of Jamaica Plain and Roxbury.  They are constantly concerned with the safety of all residents and passers by.  In 1999, there was an overall crime reduction of 6% in District 13 compared to that of 1998.  However, there are serious concerns regarding motor vehicle traffic.  

In 1997, the officers in District 13 issued 4,433 traffic citations and 5,178 parking violations, compared to 5,841 citations and 5,915 parking violations issued in 1998.  By last year, the number of traffic violations increased to 11,211 and parking violations reached 10,160.  This increases the high level of concerns in this Police Division.

The residents and the officers in District 13 are asking for your assistance in complying with all traffic Laws, rules and regulation.

Crime Prevention Tips for the Holidays

In order to protect yourself from being victimized during the Holiday season, you need to think "Safety."

• First of all, you need to be aware of your surroundings.  Beware of who walks next to you or behind you.

• If possible, go shopping with a friend.  Criminals are less likely to approach you when you have company

• Do not park in isolated areas.  Don't be the center of attention.

• Put your money away before you leave the store.  Do not carry any money in your hands.

• Ask the store employees to walk you to the car if you don't feel comfortable doing it alone.

• Park in well-lit areas and away from shrubs.  It is probable that you will be able to see any signs of criminality around your car from far away before approaching it if there is enough light around it.

• Do not impair your hands by carrying too many items.  You may need to use your hands to protect yourself from any unexpected attack.

• Activate the car alarm as you walk away from the car.  That will make the culprit think twice before making his move.

• Do not leave any items exposed to public view.  Leaving anything in the passenger compartment area will attract the attention of the criminal element looking to steal.  All your shopping bags, money, and anything of value belong in a safe place not in an unsecured area of your car.

• Look inside your vehicle before entering it, and examine it for any intruders before entering.

• Once inside your car, close all the windows and lock all doors.

• Try not to leave items bought in one store inside the car, while you go to another to shop for something else.  Remember that if the car is broken into, you will not lose as many items.

• Do not give your credit card number or any personal information to anyone who requests it on the telephone (unless you make the initial phone call and you know where you are calling).

• Never send money orders, checks, or wire money to anyone you don't know, or in exchange for a prize.  Chances are it's a scam.

• As you leave your home, make sure all windows and door are locked.

• Do not expose your items to the public eye through the windows at home.

• If your home is equipped with an alarm system, activate it as you leave.

• You need to have two sets of keys.  one set is the car keys, and the other is the house keys.

• When walking, avoid walking close to shrubs and trees.

• If you are grabbed or approached on the street, make a scene and call for help aloud.

• Cross the street or change your route if you think that you are being followed, then call the police.

As you read, you may think of many other tips not listed here.  Be street smart. Use them.

By your E-13 Crime Prevention Officer

E13 Crime Prevention Tips
FBI Crime Prevention Tips
MBTA Crime Prevention Tips 

Domestic Violence Prevention
By: Maria Dos Santos

I want to formally introduce myself to all of you especially those of you whom I have not met.  I am Maria Dos Santos the PEACE Liaison, also know as the domestic violence advocate for district E-13.  I work upstairs on the second floor (Detectives area) Monday - Friday, 9AM-4PM.  I work with Detective John McCabe on all Domestic Violence cases.  I am the main contact person who reaches out to all victims of Domestic Violence as long as police report, also known as a 1.1 report, was filed.  I also provide victims appropriate referrals and information on legal issues.  If you want to know more about what I do, please do not hesitate to call me at 343- 4959 during regular day hours or leave a message.

Thank you all for your response, sensitivity and action taken to help build awareness and reduce Domestic Violence in this community.  I thought it would be helpful to give you some tips and referrals when answering Domestic Violence calls.  Remember that every 9 seconds a woman is battered by her intimate partner.  Furthermore, if a woman is being abused there is a 50% percent chances that her child(ren) is/are too.  A safety plan for a victim of Domestic Violence is very important because it could make a difference on what steps she takes or prepares to leave a violent partner.  

It is crucial that you keep in mind that domestic violence does not discriminate, it crosses all classes, race, religion, gender, and social class...  so don't assume because a person background, their status in the community or income level.

Tips About Domestic Violence Response/Referrals 

SCENARIO #1

Between 1.5 million children witness domestic violence annually.  If you witness domestic violence incident, please take note.  If there is a minor child (under 18 years), there may be a need to report this to the Department of Social Services.   To do this you may call 1.800.792.5200 to have the case screened in and out.

SCENARIO #2

When the victim of a domestic violence incident is 60 years of age or older, please be aware that this can be construed as elder abuse (no matter who the perpetrator is) therefore, you may report this to the Elder Abuse Commission by calling the hotline # 1.800.426.9009

SCENARIO #3

If you learn of a domestic violence incident in which the victim is disabled (physically or mentally), you may report the abuse to the Mass Disabled Persons' Protection Commission @ 1.800.426.9009.

OTHER DOMESTIC VIOLENCE IMPORTANT TELEPHONE NUMBERS

Asian Task Force Against Domestic Abuse     (617) 338-2355                                          Awake Program (for moms of children of Domestic Violence)                                      (617) 355-6736                                        Boston Police Domestic Violence Unit              (617)343-4350                                                    Casa Myrna Vasquez (24 Hour Shelter Hotline)                                       1.800.992.2600 or 1.800.799.SAFE               Child Abuse Hotline (DSS)      1.800.792.5200                                           Child Witness to Violence Project                (617) 414-4244                                           Elder Abuse Hotline                        1.800.922.2275                                    EMERGE (Batterer's Treatment Program)        (617) 547-9879                                       Fenway Community Health Ctr. Victim Recovery Program                                                      617) 267-0900 x311                     Massachusetts Coalition Against Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence                                (617) 248-0922                              Massachusetts Disabled Persons' Protection Commission                                 1.800.426.9009                                       National Domestic Violence Hotline        1.800.799.SAFE                                    Network for Battered Lesbians                     (617) 695-0877                                         Suffolk County District Attorney's Office Domestic Violence Unit                               (617) 619-4000

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