Protect yourself from common scams and frauds by learning how to recognize and avoid them.

By far, the most common threat to your home is burglary. Learn to protect your home here.

Identity theft is the fastest growing crime in the nation. If you live or work in the City of Hayward and believe that you are the victim of identity theft, there is also now a free service that will provide advice and support to help you get through it.

Income tax fraud is one of the fastest growing types of Identity Theft and the most difficult to prevent.

Unless you have suffered a financial loss and a police report is required for insurance purposes, report all Internet Crimes or suspected scams to the Internet Crime Complaint Center.

By taking a few simple precautions, you can reduce the risk to yourself, and also discourage those who commit crime.

Arson and vandalism have devastating financial and emotional effects on a business. Owners and employees need to be on alert.

Robbery is a crime “against the person” and a frightening experience. It can result in injury or even death to the victim.

You can take an active role in increasing your safety or the safety of those you care about. While there's no way to eliminate the chance that something may happen, there are strategies that may reduce your ris

Most cars are taken by amateurs who can be stopped fairly easily. Protect your car against this type of crime by following sensible precautions.

In California, you can be a victim of a hate crime if you have been targeted because of your: race or ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or your association with a person or group with one or more of these “actual” or “perceived” characteristics.

Guideline to help tenants identify which property owners and properties are least inviting to the criminal element. By being selective you are rewarding the crime prevention efforts of good property owners, and you are rewarding yourself with a safe, crime-free and healthy environment.

Seniors can learn how to protect themselves from crime by following these simple suggestions.

Vacation is a time for fun and relaxation. Don’t let yours be ruined by crime.