The campaign, visible on TV and online, educates people on recognizing suspicious activities. This ensures safer neighborhoods. Directed by Achmed Akkabi, it is the first initiative under Keep crime out of your neighborhood, where police, justice, and municipalities work together. The goal is to involve citizens in combating undermining crime.
Organized Crime
The urgency is significant: shootings and explosions sometimes occur in residential areas. Minister David van Weel states: Criminals take risks and disregard the dangers of their actions. Residents are alert to suspicious situations, and their reports are essential. If you notice something odd, report it. It can help stop dangerous activities and make the Netherlands safer.
Recognize Suspicious Situations
Examples of suspicious signals include: a house with many cameras, large barrels being transported inside, or someone with many expensive items. These situations are highlighted in three TV commercials. There is also a website and social media stories with tips for recognizing crime. Encouragements to involve neighbors or the local officer are vital. Discuss any doubts with someone you trust.
Your Involvement is Important
Hanneke Ekelmans of the police explains: Safety starts with everyone. This campaign shows that everyone can do something. If you see something suspicious, report it. Together, we can tackle criminal activities and make our neighborhoods safer. Recognizing and responding to suspicious signals strengthens us as a community.
More Information about the Campaign
Strange or suspicious? is the first campaign from Keep crime out of your neighborhood. Justice and the police developed new communication methods to enhance citizen involvement in addressing undermining crime. Joeri Jansen from the team says: Achmed Akkabi’s commercials offer a realistic view of crime. This strengthens the messages importance. People often see their own experiences reflected in the scenes.
On the campaign website keepcrimeoutofyourneighborhood.nl, you can find tips for recognizing suspicious situations.