RICHMOND, Va. (WTVR) – Citizens and law enforcement will have a chance to get better acquainted with each other. The annual National Night Out is being held Tuesday.
The event is designed to bring communities together with a common goal and purpose, striving to strengthen police and community partnerships, build a sense of community and heighten crime and drug prevention awareness.
Events will begin tonight at 5 p.m. in Richmond at the Neighborhood Housing Services of Richmond at 2712 Chamberlayne Avenue.
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You can find out more about community events in your area by visiting the National Night Out website here: http://www.natw.org/nno/
Albemarle Police and County Fire and Rescue personnel will be in the Target parking lot at 312 Connor Drive from 6-9 p.m. In addition to the usual equipment on display and fingerprinting, a simulator will show the lethal effects of texting while driving. There’s also a bicycle safety course and free bike helmets.
Thirty-seven million people nationwide are expected to take part in National Night Out.
