Downloadable VST Application in PDF Format
The Volunteer Surveillance Team [VST] was established in the Northwest Business / Resident Quadrant of the Downtown Business area in the early 1990’s.
The VST provides highly trained and skilled citizen volunteers to assist the Cincinnati Police Department in crime surveillance operations. These operations are conducted on a district level and coordinated through the Patrol Administration Office.
The Cincinnati Police Department feels the use of citizen’s volunteers will increase the Departments endeavors in police service. The VST plays a major role in this attempt.
Members work from secluded and concealed locations. This program is ideal for residents who don’t want their identity known.
The activities of the VST vary depending on the needs of the Cincinnati Police Department and the abilities and experience of the VST members. Surveillance operations pertain to specific crimes in specific areas. There is no physical contact or enforcement by any member whatsoever.
For further information, contact the Cincinnati Police Volunteer Surveillance Team Coordinator at 513.352.3533.
Cincinnati Police Volunteer Surveillance Team
Patrol Bureau
310 Ezzard Charles Drive
Cincinnati, Ohio 45214-2805
