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If you See Something, Say Something!
The District of Eidelweiss is a safe place to live and for all to enjoy. With increased activity returning to the area, the commissioners ask each one of us to keep an eye on our district to keep it safe and a great place for all. This document was created as a guide for our community to encourage communication with the Madison Police when witnessing activity that appears out of line.
Our Madison Police department has a non-emergency number where individuals can call to report activity that seem like it should not be happening.
The non-emergency phone number for the Madison Police is 603-367-8334.
When should I call the police?
If you observe suspicious activity, even though you may not be the only witness, take the initiative and call the Police. Do not rely on someone else to act – this may never happen. You could be the only caller, and police questioning the individuals seen lurking in or repeatedly traveling through areas often deters crimes.
Many people fail to act because they are not sure if what they are observing is worth reporting or afraid of retaliation. When in doubt, call the Police immediately. Don’t lose precious time discussing the event with friends or neighbors first.
What suspicious activity should be reported to the Madison Police?
• A stranger around your neighbor’s house or a strange vehicle parked near your neighbor’s home.
• The sound of breaking glass.
• Public intoxication.
• Trash purposely tossed from a vehicle.
• Anyone peering into vehicles or removing tags, gasoline, or auto parts.
• An improperly parked car, or a parked car with someone in it who seems out of place.
• Someone carrying property such as TVs, stereos, or tools that can used to break into homes
• Apparent business transactions conducted from a vehicle or street corner.
• A constant flow of strangers to and from a particular house on a regular basis, especially during late evening hours.
• Persons involved in a fight or any explosion or scream.
• Door-to-door solicitations without a solicitor’s permit, or any stranger knocking on doors (burglars sometimes knock at the door first to see if anyone is at home).
• Recurring appearances of a strange vehicle in the neighborhood.
• Persons standing around, possibly acting as lookouts.
• Setting off fireworks
• Persons sleeping on the beach after 10:00 pm

What Happens When I call the Police
All calls to the Madison Police are prioritized according to the seriousness of the situation, NOT simply according to the order in which they are received. If you call the police, please be prepared to provide as much of the following information as possible:
• What are you reporting?
• When did it happen?
• Where did it happen?
• Is anyone injured?
• Vehicle description (including license number)
• Suspect description, including race, sex, age, height, weight, hair, eyes, facial hair, clothing, & any other identifying characteristics.
• Direction of flight (street and direction)
• Weapons involved (gun, knife, bats, etc.)
• Where are you calling from?

While it may seem like you are being asked many questions, the information is for the safety of the responding officers. The dispatcher is attempting to gather as much information about the situation as possible so that the officers will have a clearer picture of what they may encounter when they arrive. Please, remain calm and cooperate with the dispatcher.
The District officials and personnel would like to encourage all members of the community to call the police if they see anything that seems out of order.
You can make a difference! Please, if you See Something, Say Something!