Statement from the National Crime Prevention Council on 2023 FBI Crime Data. Attributed to Executive Director, Paul DelPonte. Washington, D.C., September 24, 2024  --Violent crime dropped again in the U.S. That is obviously good news, but that alone doesn’t necessarily mean people feel a greater sense of security. A feeling of safety is closely [...]
The fentanyl and opioid discussion during the CNN Presidential Debate left more questions than answers. Jake Tapper: “…the number of overdose deaths in this country has gone up. Under your term, it went up. Under your term, it has gone up. Former President Trump, despite the efforts that both of you have made, more [...]
Washington, D.C., May 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a new ad, McGruff the Crime Dog® sniffs out big crime happening on social media and exposes the dangers of buying medication online. It is estimated that 90% of fake pills found on social media contain fentanyl. Often hidden behind filters, ads, and other smoke screens, [...]
Local Crime Dog Effort Launches Broad Coalition Washington, D.C., May 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- McGruff the Crime Dog® is building a new grassroots movement to Take A Bite Out Of Crime®, again. The National Crime Prevention Council is creating a wide-ranging coalition to build a safer, healthier nation. “Crime prevention is the right prescription [...]
Paul DelPonte Executive Director Keynote Address Ohio Crime Prevention Association Take a Bite Out of Crime®, Again April 22, 2024 Columbus, Ohio I hope you are hungry. Really, really hungry. Because we are going to Take A Bite Out of Crime®, again. And you need to be hungry because crime doesn’t taste very good. [...]
July 1 marked the 40th Birthday of McGruff the Crime Dog®, America’s beloved crime prevention icon who—with the National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC)—has led our nation’s efforts to help people keep themselves, their families, and their communities safe from crime.
We recognize that our country is in pain. Important questions are being raised about some relationships between law enforcement and their communities. At the same time, we face a global pandemic.
Even in tough times, it’s important to honor McGruff and people dedicated to crime prevention. They help keep our communities safe – often on shoestring budgets. We hope you will join us in honoring so many committed people across the country and our partner organizations who help prevent crime every day.
We cannot fix the entire world, but each of us can do our part and work to Take A Bite Out Of Crime®. That is why on McGruff’s Birthday this year, we honor all those who dedicate themselves to protecting our neighborhoods and families — from the first responders and all essential workers who are central to our battle against the Coronavirus to the community leaders who share NCPC’s tips and tools with the people in their cities, towns, and counties every day.  And NCPC redoubles our commitment to work every day — through Crime Prevention Month 2021 and beyond — toward safer and more caring communities.
July 1 marked the 40th Birthday of McGruff the Crime Dog®, America’s beloved crime prevention icon who—with the National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC)—has led our nation’s efforts to help people keep themselves, their families, and their communities safe from crime.
We recognize that our country is in pain. Important questions are being raised about some relationships between law enforcement and their communities. At the same time, we face a global pandemic.
Even in tough times, it’s important to honor McGruff and people dedicated to crime prevention. They help keep our communities safe – often on shoestring budgets. We hope you will join us in honoring so many committed people across the country and our partner organizations who help prevent crime every day.
We cannot fix the entire world, but each of us can do our part and work to Take A Bite Out Of Crime®. That is why on McGruff’s Birthday this year, we honor all those who dedicate themselves to protecting our neighborhoods and families — from the first responders and all essential workers who are central to our battle against the Coronavirus to the community leaders who share NCPC’s tips and tools with the people in their cities, towns, and counties every day.  And NCPC redoubles our commitment to work every day — through Crime Prevention Month 2021 and beyond — toward safer and more caring communities.