March 11, 2020
One of the ways Seniors in Charge and Robbins Police reach out to the community is through a bicycle and toy giveaway at Christmastime. These interactions foster connections between residents, Village of Robbins leaders and law enforcement. Photos courtesy of the Village of Robbins
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PARTNERSHIPS HELP CURB CRIME IN ROBBINS
The Village of Robbins has seen a decrease in crime throughout the last three years. Leaders point to upgrades in telecommunications and hiring of police personnel, as well as stronger policing strategies. Criminal homicide has decreased 29 percent, robbery has decreased 28 percent, burglary has decreased 5 percent and theft has decreased 26 percent, with an overall decrease in violent crime of 17 percent.