Guardians at the Gate: Crime Prevention and Crime Control in Chandler, Arizona

Crime prevention and crime control efforts are often at odds with each other, especially if crime control focuses solely on enforcement. Connections between preventing and controlling crime, however, can be made if residents, teachers, parents, businesses, and the overall community are linked to police through networking, trust building, investment in the community, awareness, and communication. The Chandler, Arizona, Police Department has found an effective way to integrate crime prevention and crime control through its Guardian Academy.