Call boxes at parks being tested as crime deterrents

  F. Andrew Taylor/ViewTwo recently renovated Clark County, Navada parks on the east side of the valley are part of a pilot program to see if a police call box can deter crime.

The call boxes are bright-colored poles topped with a solar power collector and feature a big red button that connects park visitors directly with police operators.

"They were recommended by park police," said Mary Beth Scow, Clark County commissioner for District G, which includes the newly renovated and reopened Grapevine Springs Park, 5280 Palm St.

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