Police Chief Matt Doughney said his office was contacted by a local resident recently asking that his house be checked while he was out of town. ...more

December 18, 2008

As they say, a little courtesy goes a long way, especially in community policing. These days, Avon Park police officers are doing routine business and residential property checks, and leaving behind "courtesy cards" that provide residents important phone numbers and tips for making their properties safer. It's part of the new police chief's initiative to "have a more active role in the community as well as more awareness of criminal activity." ...more

June 29, 2008

AVON PARK — Police officers will pay a few courtesy calls on the city's residents and businesses armed with a new tool, courtesy cards. Police Chief Matthew P. Doughney and the Avon Park Police Department will implement a courtesy card program as an effort to increase crime prevention and citizen awareness. The cards will have the officer's name, time the property was checked and the officer's comments. They also provide people with valuable information such as important telephone numbers and how to prevent residential, business and car burglaries . ...more

June 18, 2008