Crime Prevention Tips

"Parent's Guide to Fentanyl" Tips for Parents: 

• Speak honestly with your kids about choices and risky behaviors.
• Be clear and consistent about family rules, boundaries, and guidelines.
• Listen to what they have to say, respect their opinions, and do not be judgmental.
• Encourage positive friendships and encourage them to find things that interest them.
• Educate them about online safety and safe and healthy social media use.
• Create a safe space for them to ask questions. Never make them feel wrong for wanting to know more about drugs.
• Correct wrong beliefs they may have with factual information. Help them learn, don't just lecture.
• Stay educated on current drug trends so you can teach your children.

Courtesy of Addicted.org (https://www.addicted.org/news/parents-guide-to-fentanyl/)

The Odessa Police Department wants to wish you a safe and peaceful holidays and always remember these tips:

• Lock all door and windows when you leave your house.
• Avoid doing all your shopping at once.
• Avoid the peak hours.
• Don't leave your packages visible.
• Place all valuables in the trunk of your car.
• Don't give the thieves a reason to break into your car.