Community Corner
Hundreds Attend 'National Night Out' in South Forsyth
The event, designed to bring the community and law enforcement closer together, was held Tuesday at Super Target on Peachtree Parkway.
Neighbors and those sworn to "serve and protect" gathered in south Forsyth County Tuesday to celebrate the 29th annual National Night Out.
The event, held throughout the country, took place at .
This year's event drew about 500 people, according to the .
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On National Night Out residents are asked to lock their doors, turn out the lights and hang outside with their neighbors. The event is also designed to:
- Heighten crime and drug prevention awareness
- Generate support for, and participation in, local anti-crime efforts
- Strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships
- Send a message to criminals letting them know neighborhoods are organized and fighting back
The Community Relations Unit of the sheriff’s office organized the event that was sponsored by the FCSO and Target.
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The also participated in this year's event.
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