Kanazawa Ward Safety and Security Town Development Information

[Beware of suspicious calls from Kanazawa Ward Office staff! ]

　I have received suspicious calls from Kanazawa Ward Office and city officials to say that there are insurance premiums and medical expenses refunds, etc., and to guide them to ATMs for remittance procedures.

　At the ward office,

　・Regarding refund procedures such as insurance premiums and taxes, there is no transfer procedure over the phone.

　・We do not ask you to go to places other than the ward office window such as ATMs.

　・Staff will not visit your home and keep your cash card.

　・We do not ask for toll-free numbers starting with "0120", telephone calls outside Yokohama, or mobile phones.

[Beware of malicious inspection companies! ]

　There is a series of suspicious individual information that suddenly visits a house called inspection of water supply and roofs, says that it is dangerous more than necessary, fuels anxiety, and seeks out personal information for criminal purposes. I am. Please be careful.

　~ anti-crime program Point~

　・Do not open the door immediately for those who have visited suddenly, but respond through the intercom.

　・Let's raise it easily and don't let it check it.

　・When you respond, get a business card and confirm your identity.

　・Even if repairs are recommended, do not contract on the spot, but consult your family and friends.

　・Let's get quotes from multiple vendors.

　・Don't let us know the storage status of money and personal information easily.

　・If you refuse and do not leave or if you have any suspicious points, report to the police.

If you receive a suspicious call or visit, immediately report it to the police. (Kanazawa police department 045-782-0110)

[Related Information]　 Beware of special fraud / Kanagawa Prefectural Police (outside site)

The General Assembly of the Kanazawa Ward Safety and Security Council was held on March 14, 2024 to discuss the 2023 activity report and the 2024 activity plan.
We will work together to create a safe and secure Kanazawa Ward so that even one traffic accident or crime can be reduced.

Kanazawa Ward Safety and Security Mail Delivery Service

To Kanazawa police department "Criminal Occurrence Status" page (Kanagawa Prefectural Police HP) (outside site)
Major Criminal Occurrences

In 2023, the total number of cases increased compared to the previous year. (R4: 658 cases → R5: 882 cases)

Of these, special fraud was 99, an increase of 27 from the previous year.
Various tricks have occurred, such as refund fraud in which government officials are deceived and there are refunds such as medical expenses and transfer money at ATMs, and oleore fraud in which sons and grandchildren deceive cash. .
"Phone number has changed." "Teach me the operation of ATMs over the phone." If you receive a phone call such as "I want you to give me your PIN on your cash card," consider a special fraud.
If you feel strange, consult the police (110 or 045-782-0110).

The number of burglary cases was 55, an increase of 21 from the previous year.
There have been cases invaded through windows on the first floor.
To prevent it, be sure to lock it when you are away for a short time.
In some cases, the Crescent lock of the window glass may be broken, so attach an auxiliary lock to each window as much as possible.

Bicycle theft is still 252, accounting for about 28% of the total number of criminal offenses in acknowledgement.
When parking a bicycle, be sure to lock it for a short time and try to double lock as much as possible.

Measures against theft of bicycles
１．Be sure to lock it for a short time.
２．Double lock anytime, anywhere.
３．bicycle theft prevention registration for bicycle.
４．You can lock it on your home premises.
※The area around the station in Kanazawa Ward is prohibited from leaving bicycles. Stop parking on the street and park your bicycle in bicycle parking lots.
※Let's improve measures against anti-crime program by replacing them with high anti-crime program-like tablets.

Voluntary anti-crime program patrols in Neighborhood Associations and Neighborhood Association are also effective in preventing damage from theft and car theft.
At present, there are many groups that carry out voluntary patrol activities by wearing anti-crime program armbands such as Neighborhood Associations and Neighborhood Association.anti-crime program.
In areas that have not been implemented, please consider activities.
For more information, go to Kanazawa Ward Office Regional Promotion Division 788-7801.

How to Start anti-crime program Patrol (PDF: 89KB)

The number of traffic accidents in the ward in 2023 increased compared to the previous year.
Continue to follow traffic rules when driving a car, motorcycle, bicycle, etc., and walk.
Let's try to prevent traffic accidents.

"Safety is from the comfort of mind and time."

1. Thorough pedestrian priority at pedestrian crossings
2. Prevention of traffic accidents between children and the elderly
3. Prevention of traffic accidents involving bicycles and motorcycles　
4. Eradication of drunk driving

"Five Rules for Safe Use of Bicycles" changed from April 1, 2023.
All cyclists are required to wear a helmet while riding!

1. Roadways are in principle, sidewalks on the left side are exceptions, pedestrians are given priority.
2. At intersections, observe traffic lights and pauses to check safety.
3. Light on the lights at night
4. Drunk driving is prohibited
5. Wear a helmet

Elderly accidents occur most frequently in Kanazawa Ward at 34.5%. In particular, when driving a bicycle, be aware of the slogan, "If you ride a bicycle, join a car," and try to adhere to traffic rules and improve manners.

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