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Crime Prevention and Safety Tips

Many people are victims of crime. Often times, there are steps that people can take to protect themselves and reduce the risk that they will become victimized. The following are crime prevention tips the Cambridge Police Department encourages residents to adopt to protect themselves and their property from theft or damage.

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