Community Outreach

MCU consists of officers who are partnered with licensed professional clinicians trained by the DeKalb Crisis Center. MCU responds to citizens who may be experiencing a behavioral health crisis, to provide care options as an alternative to incarceration.

• Four officers and one Sergeant assigned full-time
• MCU officers work in all four Precincts, during the day and in the evenings

CPU works to bridge the relationship between the Department, communities, civic groups, faith-based organizations and schools. CPU builds partnerships with the community by assisting with and hosting communal events.

PAL PLUS Unit provides educational, recreational, and vocational opportunities for DeKalb County youth in efforts to steer them from crime. PAL PLUS also engages children in positive situations with police officers to improve the police-community relationship.

• Gaming with a Cop                              
• Movie with a Cop
• PAL Youth summer academy
• PAL Fall 5K Run

For more information on PAL PLUS programs or to get involved, click here.

The Department began the VIPs program in the summer of 2011 with aspirations of offering residents, business owners, and business volunteers an opportunity to volunteer within the Police Department by assisting with various non-confrontational and administrative-type duties. 

• Staffing a Precinct’s reception desk (answering phones, paperwork, etc.)
• Assist with a variety of administrative-type duties
• Participate in Ride-A-Longs (as approved)
• Assist with special events and project

For more information on VIPS or to get involved, click here.

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1960 W. Exchange Place
Tucker, GA 30084

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