Don’t be a victim of i-theft

Have any of you been a victim of a theft of an electronic device on the street? If not, do you know anyone that has been a victim? The chances are that each of you has either been ... Read More

Captain’s View

Preparing for fall, for kids and adults

By capt. greg mceachern

We are winding down on our event season and gearing up for the return to school for our students. As our students return to classes, I ask that you be particularly aware of the chi... Read More

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The new youth movement

By Capt. Greg McEachern

As many of you may be aware, Chief Greg Suhr is an avid proponent of community engagement, especially any community engagement or activity involving kids. The chief’s belief ... Read More

Captain’s View

Safety first

By capt. greg mceachern, sfpd northern station

One of the challenges we constantly face here in the Northern District is traversing our streets safely. Whether traveling by foot, on bicycles, or in vehicles, we are sometimes co... Read More

Captain’s View

Introducing Northern Station’s new leader

By capt. greg mceachern, sfpd northern station

Aheartfelt hello to each of you. My name is Greg McEachern, and I am the new commanding officer of Northern Station. I was fortunate enough to be chosen to take over as the captain... Read More

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Driving good habits home

By SFPD Northern Station Captain

It is time to act on our New Year’s resolutions and create new good habits. There are many areas where we can improve our own safety by adhering to a few good resolutions. Fo... Read More

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Keeping your holidays happy and your property secure

By SFPD Northern Station Captain

It is that time of the year again and people are shopping up a storm! Lots of people will be out spending lots of money, but there is one group to be mindful of that I have written... Read More

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Are you ready?

By SFPD Northern Station Captain

October was our “reminder” month: 23 years ago was the last great earthquake we have experienced. We have had many smaller ones since, but nothing like the destruction of t... Read More

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Another look at local crime rates

By SFPD Northern Station Captain

Recently I have been writing about the fact that the crime rate is creeping up. Yes, street robbers are taking iPhones and yes, when you leave your high-end laptop or your purse in... Read More

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District crime up 6 percent: What’s behind the increase?

By SFPD Northern Station Captain

If you are reading this column, you probably live, work or visit one of the safest areas in San Francisco. The Marina is a fantastic place to be, with great food, a beautiful setti... Read More

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The time for crime prevention is now

Protect your smartphone and your data on it

By SFPD Northern Station Captain

As I have written before, I read a lot of police reports, and I find that in crimes where things are stolen, the number one item desired by criminals is still the Apple iPhone. It ... Read More

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The heroes who stand among us

Gold medal of valor recipients

By SFPD Northern Station Captain

In June, the San Francisco Police Department held its annual medal of valor ceremony. Throughout the year, various officers are written up for acts of bravery and those commendatio... Read More

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Captain’s View: Hot prowl burglaries

Warm days bring out the prowlers

By SFPD Northern Station Captain

As I write this, it is about 75 degrees outside and beautiful, but as a dedicated civil servant, I am inside reviewing police reports. Once a month I have a deadline for this colum... Read More

Captain’s View, Crime Beat

Captain’s View: Happy birthday, beautiful!

By SFPD Northern Station Captain

I am deviating from my usual crime information/prevention column this month to write about San Francisco’s most recognizable symbol, the Golden Gate Bridge. I am a fourth gen... Read More

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Captain’s View: Keeping the streets of San Francisco safe and courteous

By SFPD Northern Station Captain

We live in somewhat of a bicycle utopia in San Francisco, as we have lots of riders and many cross-town lanes dedicated to just cycling. We are a fitness-focused city and use alter... Read More

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