National Night Out: Moraga PD To Participate In Annual Community Event

MORAGA, CA—The Moraga Police Department plans to be out in the community Tuesday, Aug. 6, for National Night Out 2024 and would like to visit any neighborhoods hosting block parties or gatherings for the event.

National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign in the United States and Canada. It promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make neighborhoods safer and more caring places to live.

"National Night Out was started to enhance the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement while bringing back a true sense of community," Moraga police said."This is more important than ever, especially given the recent thefts and burglaries that have occurred in our Town."

Police were referring to the morning of Sunday, June 30 when suspects drove a stolen Lexus into town and entered at least 15 different unlocked vehicles throughout the neighborhoods of Rimer/Camino Pablo/Larch between 6 a.m. and 6:30 a.m.

Police said that, unfortunately, some of the vehicles had garage door remote controls inside, allowing the suspects to access garages through which they were able to enter residences. The investigation was ongoing as Moraga PD looked into each of the incidents and coordinated with other jurisdictions where the suspects also committed crimes.

Regarding National Night Out, Moraga police officers and firefighters have traditionally joined neighborhood groups at gatherings in their neighborhoods.

"Both the Moraga Police and Moraga-Orinda Fire District would enjoy the opportunity to join with you and your neighbors to share information, fellowship, and a chance to discuss common interests," police said.

The Moraga Police Department asked residents who are organizing a National Night Out gathering in their neighborhood or would like more information on it to contact the Police Department at 925-888-7055 so police can plan to have officers and firefighters stop by and meet everyone.