Photo courtesy of Tomball Police DepartmentLocal law enforcement agencies are reaching out to the community as part of the 29th annual National Night Out—sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch and Target—which is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 2 in Texas. The event began in 1984 as a way to heighten awareness of local anti-crime efforts and to promote the partnership with law-enforcement and the community, said Sgt. Yvonne Cooper with the Harris County Sheriff's Office.
"This event strengthens neighborhood spirits and the law enforcement and citizen relationship," she said. "It also sends a message to criminals to say 'we are working together and we have each other's back.' We are all do busy these days—this is an opportunity to help people get out and get to know their neighbors."
Law enforcement agencies in the City of Tomball are taking part with a community-wide cookout and "Roll Call Presentation" on Tuesday at the Tomball Historic Depot Plaza. Representatives from the Tomball Fire Department, Tomball Police Department and Northwest Rural Emergency Medical services along with Target, will interact with the community and bring fire engines and vehicles for residents to explore.
Sgt. Rebecca Carlisle with the Tomball PD said every year the department receives positive feedback from the community because the event's games and activities are fun for children, while information is also provided for adults. Toward the end of the event law enforcement will lead a candlelight vigil.
