Who To Call
- Call 311 to report things like graffiti on public property, possible housing code violations, long grass and weeds, abandoned vehicles, trash or debris in alleys, potholes, street sign issues and ice on the sidewalk or street.
- Call 911 to report illegal or suspicious activity while it’s happening.
- Call 612-673-5714 to report Property Crimes.
- Call 311 to report concerns about criminal activities that are ongoing and not in progress, such as suspected narcotics activity – e.g. lots of people who are not residents coming and going from a property.
Bryn Mawr is in the Fourth Precinct of the Minneapolis Police Department. Our Fourth Precinct Crime Prevention Specialist is Shannon McDonough. Contact Shannon if you have questions, comments, or concerns at shannon.mcdonough@minneapolismn.gov | (612) 398-4707.
You can access up-to-date crime information including crime maps for Minneapolis by going to this site: Crime Dashboard.
Minneapolis security camera and video doorbell registration program
When a crime happens, the camera registry program helps the police quickly locate the nearest cameras. If you choose to register your camera:
The police will contact you to ask for video if they need it for the investigation.
The police can’t access your camera. They simply know where your camera is, which is helpful if a crime happens nearby.
Registration is free and does not require any hardware or a subscription.
You set up a personal password-protected profile. You can sign on and edit or delete your information at any time.
Only authorized users can access the information: The police don’t have direct access to your cameras. They will only use the registry to contact you to request footage if there’s a crime in your area. Your data is classified as protected nonpublic data. The information can’t be disclosed in a public data request.
Have you been the victim of a crime? Get free help at City of Minneapolis website
Forming a Block Club is a good way to stay connected and aware of things happening on your street. Neighbors, usually on one block, work together to be aware of suspicious activity and watch out for each other, and to solve problems and deal with issues in conjunction with the Police Department. Block Club Leaders receive regular, updated information about neighborhood crime from your crime prevention specialist and help the Police by letting them know what’s happening on your block or in your building. Block Club leaders also arrange social gatherings such as National Night Out. Sign up for the next MPD Block Club Training on January 22 here. You can choose one or more neighbors to be the club leaders. MPD recommends having more than one person to share the responsibilities. The training covers crime prevention, how to organize neighbors and run effective meetings, how to keep the club active, and resources available from your crime prevention specialist
National Night Out is observed annually on the first Tuesday in August. It was created to increase awareness about police programs in communities.
Safety steps from the MPD to help prevent a carjacking
Stay aware of your surroundings. Avoid focusing on your phone or being distracted when approaching or leaving your vehicle and when sitting in a parked vehicle.
When sitting in your vehicle, keep your doors locked and your windows up.
If you feel unsafe, move.
Understand and use any alert system installed on your vehicle. Activate the distress alert or panic button for your vehicle if you feel unsafe or threatened. This is typically a red button on your key fob.
Always have your mobile phone handy and charged.
Practice safe parking. Stick to well-lit areas. If you have any safety concerns where you parked after the fact, find a security guard to accompany you to your vehicle.
If you are involved in a minor crash without other vehicles or pedestrians around and you do not feel safe enough to stop, immediately call 911, report the crash incident, and drive to a nearby, public area to exchange information or wait for police.
To minimize your losses if you encounter a carjacker, protect your other valuables. Avoid carrying a lot of cash, ensure that all apps with personal information or access to finances are secured by more than your phone’s lock screen, and immediately report any lost or stolen credit or debit cards.
If you become the victim of a carjacking crime
If you are confronted by an assailant and are not able to drive away, remain calm, do not argue.
Try to remember how the assailant looks and acts, including any of their unique characteristics (such as scars, limps, acne, teeth, manner of speech).
Never chase them.
If video is available, please save a copy of the incident for investigating detectives.
If a witness approaches you, ask for their contact information.
Contact 911 immediately and remain on the scene if possible. If your vehicle or phone has tracking, tell the dispatcher.
Look out for one another
Call 911 immediately if you witness a crime in progress.
Pay attention to specific details. License plates, features of the vehicles involved (including any damage), descriptions of suspects and the direction of travel can all be helpful. Give this information to responding officers.
If you have video of the crime, give a copy to the police or give them your contact information.
Contact Our Crime Prevention Specialist
Fourth Precinct (612) 673-5704
Sector 1
Harrison, Bryn-Mawr, Near North, Heritage Park,
Willard-Hay
Crime Prevention Specialist Shannon McDonough | (612) 398-4707 | Shannon.mcdonough@minneapolismn.gov
Shannon McDonough is available for questions, concerns, or for home or business safety assessments