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Killeen PD invites community to participate in National Night Out

The event will be held the evening of Oct. 5. Here's how to participate.

KILLEEN, Texas — The Killeen Police Department is inviting the community to join the department for the annual National Night Out.

The event will be held Oct. 5 from 6-9 p.m. and residents throughout Killeen can participate by turning on outside lights at their homes and spending the evening outside with neighbors and police officers, according to a release.

According to KPD, National Night Out is held to: 

  • Heighten crime and drug prevention awareness
  • Generate support for, and participation in, local anti-crime efforts 
  • Strengthen neighborhood spirit and police community partnerships 
  • Send a message to criminals letting them know neighborhoods are organized and fighting back

National Night Out is a campaign that enhances the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement while bringing back a true sense of community, according to the release.

Anyone hosting a block party to celebrate National Night Out is encouraged to use the hashtag #KilleenNNO2021.

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