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Due to the shortage of affordable housing, the pandemic and recent changes in laws, people experiencing homelessness are more visible.
Not all people experiencing homelessness are criminals. That is one of many myths that can make people afraid of those living on the streets. People experiencing homelessness are far more likely to be victims of violent crimes than perpetrators.
Crime prevention
Sometimes general crime issues are attributed to homelessness when the crimes might actually not be perpetrated by members of the homeless population. The Police Department is aware of and actively working to address resident concerns about crime and other neighborhood quality of life issues. Please let them know of any suspicious activity you notice so they can follow up. The nonemergency number is 760-931-2197. Call 9-1-1 for emergencies.
The Police Department Crime Prevention Unit's goal is to reduce the threat of crime and increase the quality of life through research, program development and public education. Personalized programs are created to meet the unique needs of the City of Carlsbad’s residents, children, businesses, seniors, crime victims, tourists and others. Below are a few crime prevention and neighborhood safety resources.