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Community policing and urban safety: reinventing security in city centers
Corresponding Author(s) : Kamil Kiełek
Humanities & Social Sciences Reviews,
Vol. 12 No. 1 (2024): January
Abstract
Research objective: The purpose of the study is to delve into community policing and the revolutionary changes it has brought about in terms of city centre security and safety. This research looks at how partnerships and problem-solving tactics help decrease crime and disruption in public spaces by analysing how this philosophy is integrated into police agencies.
Methodology: This research synthesises results from current community policing approaches by drawing on a comprehensive literature review and case studies. It lays forth the efficacy of these tactics in varied urban contexts using theoretical and empirical data.
Main conclusions: The research uncovers significant insights into how community policing fosters a collaborative relationship between law enforcement and community members, leading to improved safety and a reduction in crime. The study identifies key factors such as trust-building, proactive problem-solving, and community engagement as vital elements of successful community policing.
Application of the study: The implications of this study are far-reaching for policy-makers, urban planners, and law enforcement agencies seeking to reinvent the approach to security in city centers. The results provide a structure for applying community policing tactics that can be adjusted to various urban environments, highlighting the significance of community engagement in establishing secure public areas.
Originality/Novelty of the Study: This research contributes to the discourse on urban safety by providing a nuanced understanding of community policing as a method for reinventing security in city centers. It presents novel insights into the interdisciplinary nature of community policing, which intersects with urban development, social policy, and public administration. The study suggests a paradigm shift from traditional law enforcement to a more integrated, community-focused approach, potentially guiding future urban safety initiatives.
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- Community Policing Defined | Office of Justice Programs. (2009). https://www.ojp.gov/ncjrs/virtual-library/abstracts/community-policing-defined-0
- Giacomazzi, A L., Riley, S., & Merz, R. (2004). Internal and External Challenges to Implementing Community Policing: Examining Comprehensive Assessment Reports from Multiple Sites. https://doi.org/10.1080/0888431042000234995 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/0888431042000234995
- Glaser, M., & Denhardt, J. V. (2009). Community Policing and Community Building. The American Review of Public Administration, 40(3), 309-325. https://doi.org/10.1177/0275074009340050 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1177/0275074009340050
- Mustafa, N., Khalifa, M., & Elrahman, A. S. A. (2017). Safety and Security of Cities and Their Impact on the City Life. Social Science Research Network. https://doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.3164155 DOI: https://doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.3164155
- Reisig, M. D. (2010). Community and Problem‐Oriented Policing. Crime and Justice, 39(1), 1-53. https://doi.org/10.1086/652384 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1086/652384
- Scheider, M. C., Chapman, R. L., & Schapiro, A. (2009). Towards the unification of policing innovations under community policing. Policing, 32(4), 694-718. https://doi.org/10.1108/13639510911000777 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1108/13639510911000777
- Sulaiman, A., Othman, J., Hamsan, H. H., Samah, B. A., & Alby, J. L. D. (2012). Community Development and its Influence on Community Policing. https://doi.org/10.3844/ajassp.2012.968.973 DOI: https://doi.org/10.3844/ajassp.2012.968.973
- Vito, G. F., Walsh, W. F., & Kunselman, J. C. (2005). Community Policing: The Middle Manager’s Perspective. Police Quarterly, 8(4), 490-511. https://doi.org/10.1177/1098611103260558 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1177/1098611103260558
- Żak, M. & Zielonka, M. (2019). Bezpieczeństwo i komfort w przestrzeni miejskiej. Analiza występowania przestrzeni społecznie zdegradowanych w centrum Katowic, Górnośląskie Studia Socjologiczne. Seria Nowa, T. 10, s. 116-138.
References
Community Policing Defined | Office of Justice Programs. (2009). https://www.ojp.gov/ncjrs/virtual-library/abstracts/community-policing-defined-0
Giacomazzi, A L., Riley, S., & Merz, R. (2004). Internal and External Challenges to Implementing Community Policing: Examining Comprehensive Assessment Reports from Multiple Sites. https://doi.org/10.1080/0888431042000234995 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/0888431042000234995
Glaser, M., & Denhardt, J. V. (2009). Community Policing and Community Building. The American Review of Public Administration, 40(3), 309-325. https://doi.org/10.1177/0275074009340050 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1177/0275074009340050
Mustafa, N., Khalifa, M., & Elrahman, A. S. A. (2017). Safety and Security of Cities and Their Impact on the City Life. Social Science Research Network. https://doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.3164155 DOI: https://doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.3164155
Reisig, M. D. (2010). Community and Problem‐Oriented Policing. Crime and Justice, 39(1), 1-53. https://doi.org/10.1086/652384 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1086/652384
Scheider, M. C., Chapman, R. L., & Schapiro, A. (2009). Towards the unification of policing innovations under community policing. Policing, 32(4), 694-718. https://doi.org/10.1108/13639510911000777 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1108/13639510911000777
Sulaiman, A., Othman, J., Hamsan, H. H., Samah, B. A., & Alby, J. L. D. (2012). Community Development and its Influence on Community Policing. https://doi.org/10.3844/ajassp.2012.968.973 DOI: https://doi.org/10.3844/ajassp.2012.968.973
Vito, G. F., Walsh, W. F., & Kunselman, J. C. (2005). Community Policing: The Middle Manager’s Perspective. Police Quarterly, 8(4), 490-511. https://doi.org/10.1177/1098611103260558 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1177/1098611103260558
Żak, M. & Zielonka, M. (2019). Bezpieczeństwo i komfort w przestrzeni miejskiej. Analiza występowania przestrzeni społecznie zdegradowanych w centrum Katowic, Górnośląskie Studia Socjologiczne. Seria Nowa, T. 10, s. 116-138.