Crime Prevention & Education
By educating the community on crime prevention techniques and by getting citizens involved in crime prevention activities such as Neighborhood Watch, we can reduce the number of crimes in Falmouth and increase the quality of life for its citizens.
Sgt. Benjamin Guthrie is the coordinator for our Community Liaison Officers (Crime Watch). Please feel free to contact Sgt. Guthrie to ask about a Community Liaison Officer for your neighborhood.
Tel: 774-255-4527 (ext. 4565)
Email: Sgt. Benjamin Guthrie
Safety Bulletins
Telemarketing Fraud
Seniors and Telemarketing Fraud 101
Protect Yourself From Telephone Fraud
Other Fraud
10 Things You Can Do to Avoid Fraud
Home Security
Home Security – Invest In It Now
Mail and Phone Scams
Police Protective Fund: Charitable organization soliciting in Massachusetts. The Falmouth Police Department is NOT affiliated with this organization. Click here to read the press release. Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader. March 2, 2003.
Nigerian Petroleum Corporation Phone Scam: The scam involves a mailing from the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation asking for assistance in transferring large sums of money between Nigeria and the USA. Those agreeing to assist in the transaction are promised a percentage of the total transfer. To view a copy of the mailing, click here. Please be aware that this invitation is a hoax!! The National Fraud Information Center is aware of this particular scam. (March 28, 2002)
Internet Safety
A Family Guide to Using the Internet
Social Networking Sites–A Parent’s Guide
Online Safety for Children
Download and review the following document discussing safe and practical use of the internet by children and teenagers. Click here to download.
Halloween Safety
Click here for a list of safety tips to make trick-or-treating more safe and enjoyable.
Identity Theft
Attorney General Maura Healey’s Guide on Identity Theft for Victims and Consumers
Identity Theft – It Could Happen To You (AG)
Other Resources
National Crime Prevention Council
The Office of Massachusetts Attorney General is oriented towards protecting public interests in such areas as children, health care, elders, consumer protection, environment, workplace, crime & justice, civil rights, and charities.
