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title: San Diego Police Department Crime Prevention Strategies
slug: san-diego-police-crime-prevention
article_type: Help Article
keywords: crime prevention, police strategies
url: https://www.insidesandiego.org/san-diego-remains-one-safest-large-us-cities-crime-drops-third-straight-year
published_date: 2025-10-27T00:00:00
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The San Diego Police Department employs data-driven tactics, automated license plate readers, and community engagement programs to lower crime rates. These strategies have been integral to crime reductions seen in 2024 and 2025. Residents are encouraged to partner with police to improve neighborhood safety further.