Irvine has continually been recognized as the safest city of its size, according to FBI data. What role does the Irvine Police Department’s Public Information Team play in enhancing public safety? In the past few years, we have increased our presence in the media to be more transparent and provide a higher level of community awareness about the various careers within law enforcement. Highlighting the women and men of the Irvine Police Department is our daily responsibility. We pride ourselves in showcasing the talents, great arrests, teamwork, enthusiasm, and hard work of both our sworn and professional staff. Additionally, we educate our community with public safety tips, crime trends, and how we need the public’s assistance to be an effective police force. Our vehicles say, “In partnership with the community,” and this is featured every time we ask community members to help identify a wanted person or locate a missing member of our community. We could not be one of the safest cities for nearly 20 consecutive years if it weren’t for the collaborative and interactive partnership we have with our community. Your social media presence is both informative and humorous. How has the use of social media impacted the way the department informs and engages with residents? Our social media has become a highly effective tool for connecting and engaging with our community. By directly informing the community and showcasing the hard work that goes into keeping Irvine safe, we have raised awareness and increased trust in the community. As our audience has grown, we have had great success in finding wanted and missing persons. Follow the Irvine Police Department: @IrvinePD @IrvinePolice @IrvinePolice @IrvinePolice
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