Greater Austin Crime Commission
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Padron Family Fund
Senior Police Officer Jaime Padron of the Austin Police Department was killed in the line of duty April 6, 2012. He is survived by two daughters, ages six and ten, and his parents. At the request of Chief Art Acevedo, the Greater Austin Crime Commission has established the Padron Family Fund to accept donations on behalf of the survivors. To make a secure online contribution, please use the PayPal link in the upper right corner.
May 17, 2012
Traffic fatalities at all-time low in 2011
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has reported that there were fewer traffic deaths last year than there has ever been since regulators started keeping track of motor vehicle deaths in 1949.
May 16, 2012
National Police Week is May 13 to May 19
Say “thank you” to any police officers that you see this week.
May 13, 2012
Report raises questions about conditions of juveniles in adult jails
A report released this week by the Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs at The University of Texas at Austin has raised questions about the conditions of juveniles in adult jails in Texas.
May 11, 2012
Crime Commission
Thanks to the more than 300 folks who participated in the Safety Fair. Great demos, exhibits, and workshops. Super to see so many kids!
on Sat, Apr 28 from gacc97
401K-9
Ever watched a police dog lowered from a helicopter? Don't miss the Safety Fair at Reagan High, April 28. email info@austincrime.org.
on Tue, Apr 17 from 401k9
Cars Are For Driving
Don't miss the Safety Fair this Saturday at Reagan High School from 10am-2pm: demos, exhibits, and workshops. http://t.co/71HoSOWg
on Mon, Apr 23 from txcafd