On Tuesday, August 5, 2008 neighborhoods throughout Virginia Beach are joining forces with thousands of communities nationwide for the 25th Annual National Night Out.  In all, more than 34 million people nationwide will be participating in this years “America’s Night Out Against Crime”.

National Night Out is held annually to:

          – Heighten crime and drug prevention awareness;
          – Generate support and participation in local anti-crime efforts;
          – Strengthen neighborhood spirit and police community relations; and
          – Send a message to criminals letting them know local communities
              are organized and are fighting back.

Along with the traditional display of outdoor lights and front porch vigils, cities, towns and neighborhoods celebrate NNO with a variety of events and activities such as:  block parties, cookouts, visits from local police and fire departments, parades, flashlight walks, contests and youth programs.  NNO has proven to be an effective, inexpensive and enjoyable program to promote neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships in our fight for a safer nation.  Plus, the benefits your community will derive from NNO will most certainly extend well beyond the one night.

For more information please contact
MPO Gillespie at the VBPD Crime Prevention Unit,
385-1331 or hgillesp@vbgov.com
Additional information about NNO is also available at
nationaltownwatch.org and NATW.org