WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO.

The Naperville Community Radio Watch (NCRW) is composed of volunteer citizens who supplement the police force as observers of suspicious or criminal activity. Additionally, the NCRW provides additional security at several special events throughout the year, including Rib Fest and the Last Fling. Designated members also give informational talks to Neighborhood Watch and other groups upon request.

Naperville's explosive growth and large land area make it difficult to deter or prevent all criminal activity. Through diverse assignments and random patrols, the Community Radio Watch can never be discounted as a threat to any intended criminal act.  Every pair of headlights is a legitimate concern for would-be law breakers. By it's existence, the NCRW acts as a deterrent to criminal activity and affords the city with a unique crime prevention resource.

MISSION STATEMENT:

The Naperville Community Radio Watch (NCRW), a volunteer organization, will patrol the neighborhoods and commercial areas in the City of Naperville.  Acting as additional “eyes and ears” of the Naperville Police Department the NCRW  reports criminal actions, suspicious activity, open garage doors (OGD), motorists needing assists and performs surveillance activities.  Along with the NCRW primary patrol function, Naperville Police Department CRW Command Staff may assign additional Police Department assistance duties within the capabilities of the NCRW Unit.  The NCRW within the scope of its mission and capabilities may on occasion assist Civic Organizations on an as needed and availability basis.

• Reporting any criminal activity.
• Reporting suspicious persons, vehicles or situations.
• Providing surveillance, security patrols, DUI observation.
• Providing support services assigned by police department personnel.
• Providing a liaison between Neighborhood Watch and the police department.
• Supporting the Neighborhood Watch Community.
• Patrol your local neighborhood on a regular basis.
• Traffic Control for Accidents and inclement weather. 
• Radar Patrol, Dispatch Operator. 
• Parade duty. 
• Live Scan and Ink Finger Printing.

The following is a list of equipment that is provided:

• A police band radio to keep in touch with the Naperville Police Department.
• Flares, Police Traffic Vest, Flares, and Flashlight used in traffic control for parades or accidents.
• CRW apparel.
• Radar equipment to be used for monitoring vehicle speed.
• Gloves and clear mouth barrier for use in CPR.
• Training manual to keep our members up to date.
• Map Book that contains the latest Naperville Street information.