Operation Safe Streets (Philadelphia, PA)
Axios
Effectiveness

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Promising

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Description

Street policing strategy program focused on rapid response to violent crime and drug-related problems.
The intervention occurs through the apprehension and deterrence of individuals who have committed violent crimes or have contributed to creating a disorderly environment in certain areas.
It involves situational and environmental actions, such as the provision of police officers in target areas, graffiti removal, and community social services interventions to encourage community participation in crime prevention.

Impact evaluations

An impact evaluation showed a decline in violent and drug-related crime rates in the target areas. Although the intervention produced benefits at specific locations, its effect was not strong enough to significantly reduce homicides, violent crime, or drug-related crime citywide [1].

Bibliographic reference

[1] Lawton, B. A., Taylor, R. B. & Luongo, A. J. (2005). Police Officers on Drug Corners in Philadelphia, Drug Crime, and Violent Crime: Intended, Diffusion, and Displacement Impacts. Justice Quarterly, 22(4), 427–451. https://doi.org/10.1080/07418820500364619