The Goose Creek Police Department has launched a community outreach program as part of its broader public safety and engagement efforts. Funded in part by federal grants, the program includes initiatives such as child passenger safety seat checks and education, traffic safety presentations, and participation in community events to enhance awareness and cooperation between the police and residents.
Program Highlights
The department has certified Child Passenger Safety (CPS) technicians who conduct seat check events and safety education throughout the year, providing free child seats to underserved and low-income families as needed.
Officers engage in community outreach by hosting and attending neighborhood meetings, providing safety information, and fostering positive relationships within the community.
The outreach includes participation in highway safety campaigns targeting impaired driving, occupant protection, speed enforcement, and vulnerable road users to reduce crashes and injuries.
The Citizens Police Academy is another active program offering residents insight into police work and facilitating dialogue between the department and community members.
The department emphasizes maintaining a safe and friendly community through trust-building and regular interaction outside typical enforcement activities.
Overall, Goose Creek Police’s community outreach program blends education, safety enforcement, and relationship-building initiatives to enhance public safety and community trust in 2025.
SOURCES
(https://www.nhtsa.gov/sites/nhtsa.gov/files/2025-02/SC_FY25_AGA-tag.pdf)(https://www.goosecreeksc.gov/event/citizens-police-academy)(https://www.goosecreeksc.gov/government/departments/police)
(https://www.instagram.com/p/C8FdgX1RyYJ/?hl=am-et)
(https://sheriff.berkeleycountysc.gov/community-outreach-
