Crime prevention tips: fireworks

DIVISION OF POLICE 4095 Center Rd., Brunswick OH 44212 330-225-9111

REPORT SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY IMMEDIATELY!! Dial 330-225-9111 to report suspicious activity in your neighborhood. If there is an immediate threat to life or property, dial 9-1-1.

Stay calm and tell the dispatcher:

• where the crime is occuring
• what is happening
• weapons involved
• who is involved
• when it happened

Try to get a good look at the persons and vehicles involved as safely as possible. Look for:

• vehicle plate numbers, color, make and model
• suspect clothing descriptions
• direction of travel

Stay on the line, if it is safe to do so, to give the dispatcher updates.

Please be aware that it is illegal to possess or discharge fireworks in the City of Brunswick without a permit. A police officer will cite any violators.

Possessing or discharging a firework is a first-degree misdemeanor in violation of Brunswick City Ordinance 672.09(f) and the fine is $515.00. This is a non-waiverable offense and a court appearance will be required.

For further information, see the full text in the City of Brunswick's codified ordinances.

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