Criminals prefer to act anonymously, and will look for properties where they won’t be seen or identified. Good property owners know this, and will make their properties visible to neighbors and police. Taken along, few of the following crime prevention techniques will have a significant impact. Taken together, they will deter some criminals from wanting to move onto the property., Principals Used for Crime Prevention, : Page 1, Community facilities, . Recreational or other facilities encourage neighbors to become acquainted., Architectural planning, . Alcoves and concealed areas where an intruder could gain entry unnoticed are nonexistent or minimal. Off-street parking is provided in a secure place with controlled areas., Lighting., Entrances, walkways, parking lots, complex perimeters, activity areas, and backyards should be lighted. Motion or light sensitive lighting is especially good. Consider visiting the property at night, to be sure., Fencing., All parking areas adjacent to the perimeter of the community have a six foot fence, or a wrought iron barrier to the outside, to deny access from the outside and to prevent parking lots from being used as shortcuts. Where possible, fence design should allow for visibility. Page 1, Landscaping., Bushes around windows and doorways are well trimmed and do not impair the view of entrances and windows. Appropriate plants are used as barriers to ground floor apartment windows., Clearly-posted address., Only the drug house operator will benefit if the address is difficult to read from the street. If the community consists of several buildings, each building is identified on at least two sides with large building numbers clearly visible to adjacent parking areas both day and night. Responsible property owners will take the applicant screening process very seriously., Permanent map, (for large communities). Located at each driveway entrance, this includes a “you are here” point of reference. The maps are clearly visible in all weather and well-lit., Door/locks., Every apartment has solid core entrance doors with case-hardened steel single- cylinder deadbolt locks, one inch throw bolts, and corresponding security strike plates. These doors are equipped with a 180° peepholes., Security for common areas., Laundry rooms and storage areas are locked. Doors which are otherwise locked are not propped open. There is control over who enters and leaves the building. Page 1, Neighborhood Appearance, : A clean, well-kept neighborhood is a positive indicator, but appearances can be deceiving. Talk to neighbors to get a sense of what kind of area it really is. Be able to recognize warning signs like graffiti, features of a neighborhood that suggest the presence of criminal activity like unusual traffic or suspicious persons., Property Owner’s Responsibility, : Page 1 Responsible property owners will take the applicant screening process very seriously. Don’t be put off by application fees or deposits,and don’t be insulted by detailed questions on the application. If the property owner is scrutinizing your application, you will have the peace of mind of knowing that other renters are being screened equally as well, and that the risk of illegal activity…, Effective property owners and managers, : Are active managers. Are committed to providing quality communities to honest tenants, and keeping dishonest tenants out. Will thoroughly screen each applicant using credit checks, and other means. Conduct periodic inspections of the residence and surrounding community. Encourage community gatherings so that neighbors can get to know each other. Will have rental provisions such as: no sub-…, Your Role as Tenan, t: Page 2 Now that you’ve scrutinized your future unit, neighborhood, and landlord, you may wish to take a look at yourself., As a tenant, you are required, : To use the various parts of the premises (including electrical, plumbing, sanitary, heating, ventilating, etc.) in a reasonable manner. To keep the premises as clean and safe as the condition of the premises permits. To dispose of garbage, ashes, rubbish and other waste cleanly and safely. To keep plumbing fixtures clean. To care for the residence and not destroy, deface, damage, impair, or…, For more information about crime prevention, contact our, District Offices, staff, : Sergeant Zach Fay Sergeant Zach Fay North District Office 22701 Main Street Hayward, CA 94541 (510) 293-7114, Zachary.Fay@hayward-ca.gov,
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Share these tips with your neighbors and friends, too, and make it tough for criminals to work in your neighborhood., While at home, : Page 1 Always keep your doors and windows locked. Install deadbolt locks on all your doors. Keep your home well lit at night, inside and out, and keep your curtains closed at night. Install a peephole in your front door so you can see callers without opening the door. Ask for proper identification from deliverymen or strangers. Don’t be afraid of asking. If they are legitimate,they won’t mind.…, DON’T GO IN, ! Leave quietly and call 911 to report the crime. Page 1 Page 1, While out, : Carry your purse very close to you— don’t dangle it from your arm. Also, never leave your purse in a shopping cart. Don’t carry more cash than is necessary. Most grocery stores accept credit cards or bank cards instead of cash. Avoid walking alone at night. Try to have a friend accompany you in high risk areas—even during the daytime. Do not carry weapons—they may be used against you. Have your…, YOURSELF, . Be wary of con artists and get-rich schemes that probably are too good to be true. If you are attacked on the street make as much noise as possible by calling for help or blowing a whistle. Do not pursue your attacker. Call 911 and report the crime as soon as possible. If you have been swindled or conned, report the crime to your local police or district attorney’s office. Con artists count on…, While in your car, : Keep your gas tank full and your engine properly maintained to avoid breakdowns. Always lock your car doors, even when you’re inside, and keep your windows rolled up. Driving with the windows closed also improves gas mileage. Lock packages and other valuables in the trunk. Do not leave them on the back seat or on the floor of the car where potential thieves can see them. When you return to your…, What you can do to help make your neighborhood safer, : Work to change conditions that hurt your neighborhood — Volunteer for Neighborhood Alert, tutor children, offer aide in the police or fire departments, mentor teens, or escort individuals with disabilities. Contact your local American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) for more information on how to get involved in other community programs., For more information about crime prevetion, contact our, District Offices, staff, : Sergeant Zach Fay Sergeant Zach Fay North District Office 22701 Main Street Hayward, CA 94541 (510) 293-7114, Zachary.Fay@hayward-ca.gov,
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Before leaving, : Page 1 Install good locks on all doors and windows, and, USE THEM!, Engrave your valuables with your driver’s license number (preceded by “CA”) not your Social Security number, and keep a record of it. Never leave your house key hidden outside under a doormat, in a flower pot or on the ledge of a door. Make your house appear “lived in.” Use timers for lights and radios. Have a neighbor or friend pick up mail, packages and newspapers, and keep the lawns mowed and…, On the road, : Never carry large amounts of cash; use traveler’s checks. If you must carry large sums of money, do not display it openly. Keep a record of traveler’s check numbers and your credit card numbers in a safe place. Have the phone numbers to call in case your checks or credit cards are lost or stolen. Do not stop to offer help to a stranded motorist. Call 9-1-1 for assistance. If you suspect someone…, Car security, : Page 1 Always lock your car when entering or leaving it. Park in well-lit, busy areas. Check the back seat before getting into your car. Mark your car radio and other removable car equipment with your driver’s license number (preceded by “CA”). Always lock valuables out of sight, preferably in the trunk. Always carry your wallet, checkbooks, purses and electronics with you. Do not advertise…, Remember: Planning reduces your chances of becoming the victim of a crime., Ask for directions at a hotel/motel on how to get to those attractions you want to visit. Select tour guides carefully. Ask if there are any areas in town you should avoid. Stick to well-lit main streets and public areas. Looking lost (stopping and looking at addresses or staring at street signs) may make you look like an easy target for crime. If you do get lost, find an open business and ask…, Hotel and motel security, :, When staying overnight at a hotel or motel, remember the following:, Determine the most direct route, to and from your room to the fire escapes, elevators, and nearest phone. When occupying or leaving your room, use all auxiliary locking devices on doors and windows. (You may want to purchase a portable door lock for traveling.) Use the door viewer to identify anyone requesting entry. Open the door only if you are certain the person has a legitimate reason to…, For more information about crime prevention, contact our, District Offices, staff, : Sergeant Zach Fay Sergeant Zach Fay North District Office 22701 Main Street Hayward, CA 94541 (510) 293-7114, Zachary.Fay@hayward-ca.gov,
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On September 30, 2021, Governor Newsom signed a series of eight (8) pieces of policing reform legislation aimed at increasing transparency around policing. AB 481, authored by Assemblymember David Chiu (D-San Francisco), was one of those pieces of legislation. AB 481, which became effective on January 1, 2022, was created to address transparency issues in the funding, acquisition, and use of…, The Full Text of AB 481, AB 481 Summary, : AB 481, codified in Government Code section(s) 7070 through 7075, requires law enforcement agencies to obtain approval of the applicable governing body (City Council), by adoption of a written Military Equipment Use Policy, via ordinance, at a public hearing, before law enforcement agencies may take certain actions relating to the funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment, as defined…, HPD’s Military Equipment Use Policy, Once approval is granted, AB 481 requires law enforcement agencies to submit an annual Military Equipment Use Report to the City Council, summarizing the use of each type of equipment, complaints received, internal audits and information about violations of the Military Equipment Use Policy, the cost of military equipment, and other similar information. This annual Military Use Report must be…, AB 481 Definition of Military Equipment, :, The following categories of items are designated as “military equipment” under AB 481:, Unmanned, remotely piloted, powered aerial or ground vehicles (, Equipment Category 1), Mine-resistant ambush-protected vehicles or armored personnel carriers (, Equipment Category 2, ) High mobility multipurpose wheeled vehicles (HMMWV), two-and-one-half-ton trucks, five-ton trucks, or wheeled vehicles that have a breaching or entry apparatus attached (, Equipment Category 3, ) Tracked armored vehicles that provide ballistic protection to their occupants (, Equipment Category 4), Command and control vehicles that are either built or modified to facilitate the operational control and direction of public safety units (Equipment Category 5) Weaponized aircraft, vessels, or vehicles of any kind (, Equipment Category 6), Battering rams, slugs, and breaching apparatuses that are explosive in nature (, Equipment Category 7, ) Firearms and ammunition of .50 caliber or greater, excluding standard-issue shotguns and standard-issue shotgun ammunition (, Equipment Category 8), Specialized firearms and ammunition of less than .50 caliber, including firearms and accessories identified as assault weapons in Penal Code § 30510 and Penal Code §30515, with the exception of standard-issue handguns (, Equipment Category 9), Any firearm or firearm accessory that is designed to launch explosive projectiles (, Equipment Category 10, ) Noise-flash diversionary devices and explosive breaching tools (, Equipment Category 11, ) Munitions containing tear gas or OC, excluding standard, service-issued handheld pepper spray (, Equipment Category 12, ) TASER® Shockwave, microwave weapons, water cannons, and long-range acoustic devices (, Equipment Category 13, ) Kinetic energy weapons and munitions (, Equipment Category 14, ) Any other equipment as determined by a governing body or a state agency to require additional oversight (, Equipment Category 15, ), Current HPD Military Equipment Inventory List, Questions, concerns or complaints regarding AB 481 and Hayward Police Department's use of military equipment can be submitted in any format to the following:, Mayor and City Council, 777 B Street, Hayward, CA | (510) 583-4400 |, Email, Council Public Safety Committee, 777 B Street, Hayward, CA | (510) 583-4302 |, Email, City Manager's Office, 777 B Street, Hayward, CA | (510) 583-4300 | , Email, City Attorney's Office, 777 B Street, Hayward, CA | (510) 583-4450 | , Email, Human Resources Office, 777 B Street, Hayward, CA | (510) 583-4500 | , Email, Internal Affairs Unit, 300 W. Winton Ave., Hayward CA | (510) 293-7059 | , Email, You also file a complaint online via Access Hayward, :, Access Hayward, Archived Hayward Police Department Military Equipment Use Documents, : Annual Military Equipment Use Report: April 2025 - March 2026 Annual Military Equipment Use Report: April 2024- March 2025 Annual Military Equipment Use Report: April 2023-March 2024 Annual Military Equipment Use Report: July 2022 - March 2023 Full Text of AB 481 2023 HPD's Military Equipment Use Policy 2023 HPD Military Equipment Inventory City Council web page City of Hayward AB 481 Signed…, Staff Reports, : Staff Report AB 481 - June 25, 2024 Staff Report AB 481 - June 20, 2023 Staff Report AB 481 - June 21, 2022 Staff Report AB 481 - April 26, 2022, Community Meeting Materials & Recordings, :
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The CALEA accreditation program offers us the opportunity to enhance our reputation and the public's confidence in our personnel and operations. Participation in this program ensures that our policies and procedures are defensible and in compliance with internationally-accepted standards for law enforcement excellence. We seek to be a leader in law enforcement service delivery that ensures a safe…, Download and review the 2021 - 2024 CALEA Compliance Review below, : 2021 - 2024 CALEA Compliance Review What is CALEA? The, Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA), is a public safety accreditation process. The purpose of, CALEA Accreditation, is to improve the delivery of public safety services, primarily by: Maintaining a body of, standards, developed by public safety practitioners, covering a wide range of up-to-date public safety initiatives Establishing and administering an accreditation process Recognizing professional excellence, CALEA Accreditation, is a voluntary process and participating public safety agencies, by involvement, have demonstrated a commitment to professionalism. The program is intended to enhance organization service capacities and effectiveness, serve as a tool for policy decisions and management, promote transparency and community trust, and establish a platform for continuous review., CALEA Accreditation is the Gold Standard for Public Safety Agencies, and represents a commitment to excellence. Learn more about CALEA
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Police officers talking with a community member, Hayward Police Department Community Satisfaction Survey, :, Please note, : In early 2022 we launched a new community satisfaction survey.The results from this survey are still pending and will be posted to this site when available. During 2018, we administered a survey to Hayward community members regarding the police department. The purpose of the survey was to gather input and feedback about the police department to help guide us as we established important goals…, Overall, how responsive is the Hayward Police Department in meeting your needs?, Answer Choices, Responses %, Responses #, Not responsive 8.10% 53 Somewhat responsive 27.83% 182 Neutral 27.83% 182 Very responsive 36.24% 237 , Total Responses:, 654, Answer Chart:, I feel that the Hayward Police Department understands my concerns and takes the proper steps to address problems in my neighborhood., Answer Choices, Responses %, Responses #, Not at all 13.03% 86 Somewhat 31.06% 205 Neutral 25.61% 169 Very much so 30.30% 200 , Total Responses:, 660, Answer Chart:, I feel that Hayward Police Department employees are courteous, respectful and professional when interacting with me or other community members., Answer Choices, Responses %, Responses #, Not at all 3.93% 26 Sometimes 12.99% 86 Neutral 14.50% 96 Most of the time 29.15% 193 Everytime 39.43% 261 , Total Responses:, 662, Answer Chart:, What is your primary concern when it comes to crime in Hayward?, Answer Choices, Responses %, Responses #, Burglary 50.49% 309 Robbery 11.60% 71 Gangs 11.44% 70 Drugs 9.64% 59 Traffic related 15.20% 93 Domestic Violence 1.63% 10 , Total Responses:, 612, Answer Chart:, , What would you like the Hayward Police Department to improve on?, Answer Choices, Responses %, Responses #, Response times 32.14% 206 Follow-up investigations 29.17% 187 More patrols in my neighborhood 77.54% 497 Better community engagement 27.15% 174 More traffic/parking control 35.41% 227 , Total Responses:, 641, Answer Chart:, Graph showing response trends, Download the results PDF, Other Community Surveys, :, Resident Satisfaction Survey - 2021, The updated Resident Satisfaction Survey was prepared by Fairbank, Maslin, Maullin, Metz & Associates (FM3), of Oakland, California, and deployed between October 5, 2021 and October 17, 2021. The survey measures public opinion on the quality of life in Hayward, delivery of municipal services, service priorities, and level of support for one approach to raise additional revenue for new and…, Review Survey Results, , View Council Presentation, Community Conversations on Safety and Law Enforcement in Hayward - 2020, In October of 2020 we heard from 754 community members about safety and law enforcement in Hayward. The map below shows the responses from the 481 community members who consented to have their data shared anonymously on the website. You can view responses by racial/ethnic categories, age categories, and gender., View the Response Data Map, , Learn more about the Project , Public Safety Community Engagement - 2020, From August through October 2020, staff worked with consultants to administer a resident survey and with community members and organizations to hold conversations about public safety in Hayward. Over 1,700 community members have provided their input on public safety and policing in Hayward by participating in this community engagement project. Following the community conversations project, an…, Staff Report, Workshop Findings and Recommendations, Themes from Community Feedback, Presentation
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As part of our commitment to transparency, accountability, collaboration and integrity, the Hayward Police Department produces a crime data dashboard that is available to the public and ready for review., Explore The Crime Data Dashboard, Other Crime Statistics Web Sites: FBI Uniform Crime Reports California Department of Justice (DOJ) Crime Data
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The use of force by law enforcement personnel is a matter of critical concern, both to the public and to the law enforcement community. Officers are involved on a daily basis in numerous and varied interactions and, when warranted, may use reasonable force in carrying out their duties. Officers must have an understanding of, and true appreciation for, their authority and its limitations. This is…, all, reportable uses of force and reportable show of force incidents. This department conforms to the Alameda County Officer Involved Shooting Protocol for investigating officer-involved shootings. Officer involved shootings and in-custody deaths are investigated in a thorough, fair and impartial manner. In the event of an officer-involved shooting, the Hayward Police Department is responsible for…, Graham versus Connor, 490 U.S. 386 (1989), ., View information about specific Critical Incidents below:
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Learn more about the program, Review flight logs by year, :, 2025 Flight Logs November 2025 October 2025 September 2025 August 2025 July 2025 June 2025 May 2025 April 2025 March Log February Log January Log Archive
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California Senate Bill 978 states that begining January 1, 2020, the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training and all local law enforcement agencies shall post all current standards, policies, practices, operating procedures, and education and training materials that would otherwise be available to the public if a request was made pursuant to the California Public Records Act (Chapter 3…, Active Bystandership for Law Enforcement (ABLE), : ABLE is a culture change program that aims to create a police culture where officers routinely intervene and accept intervention as necessary to prevent misconduct, reduce mistakes, and promote officer health and wellness., Learn more, : Active Bystandership for Law Enforcement (ABLE) Project ABLE Fact Sheet, The Hayward Police Department will list all of its training classes and materials below, : January 2020 De-escalation March 2020 Tactical Medical Care POST Driver Training/EVOC POST Firearms Course POST Tactical Rifle Course POST Arrest and Control Course POST First Aid and CPR course POST Use of Force POST Four Hour Firearms PSP Course POST Eight Hour Firearms PSP COurse
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