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Police
Police officers patrolling on bicycles.
Police officers are trained to do the job of keeping the community peaceful and safe by making sure that everyone obeys the laws.
The laws are made by the government.
Police officers are paid by the government.
Police officers try to prevent (stop) crimes from happening.
Police use handcuffs to stop a criminal from escaping
When a crime is committed, police officers try to find out who has committed the crime. When they find the person they can arrest them.
There are many different jobs in a police force.
Officers in uniform work on the street. They control traffic, help people by giving directions, and help anyone in trouble.
If there is a crash or any kind of accident, police help anyone who is injured, call for other emergency services such as an ambulance or the fire brigade. They direct traffic away from the accident to keep everyone safe.
Police protect our property from burglars.
Police use cars, horses, helicopters, and boats to help them in their work.
Dogs also help police, by tracking lost people or locating drugs using their excellent sense of smell.
In Australia, phone 000 to contact the police
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Police (2007). [Online], Available: www.kidcyber.com.au
Updated April 2007