Dunwoody Police Announce Citizens on Patrol Program

DUNWOODY, GA -- Police Chief Billy Grogan has announced the addition of the Citizens on Patrol program, which is designed to allow Dunwoody citizens to assist law enforcement personnel by being an extra set of “eyes and ears” throughout the city.

These volunteers can immediately report suspicious activity, potential hazards and even crimes in progress to the Dunwoody Police Department. They will also perform other non-enforcement actions, such as residential checks for residents who are on vacation.

The Dunwoody Police Department will supply Citizens on Patrol volunteers with a uniform consisting of khaki pants and a polo shirt, which will prevent volunteers being confused with law enforcement officers. The Department will also provide a white Ford Crown Victoria that will be marked “Citizen Patrol,” which is different from the silver Chevrolet Tahoes currently being driven by its sworn law enforcement officers.

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An informational session will be held on Tuesday, June 21, 2016 from 7-8 pm in the Dunwoody Police Department’s roll call room. All current graduates of the Citizens’ Police Academy are invited to attend.