How can neighbors help prevent crime?

By watching out for each other.

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  1. By watching out for each other ✔
  2. By leaving doors unlocked
  3. By ignoring suspicious activity

Why: Neighbors who look out for one another can deter and report crime.

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Good neighbors are a great alarm system.
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References

Answer: By watching out for each other. Neighbors who look out for one another can deter and report crime.

  1. Scouting America: Crime Prevention www.scouting.org/merit-badges/crime-prevention
    Neighbors: The Key to Crime Prevention
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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