Breaking this barrier in the community will go a long way in reducing crime within a community. Gaining the trust of citizens in the community and listening to their feedback on crime will help improve crime in their city. Community policing encourages the use of operational strategies and the development of mutually beneficial relationships between law enforcement and the community. By gaining the trust of members of their communities and making those individuals agents of their own safety, law enforcement can better understand and respond to community needs and the factors that contribute to crime. Community policing requires a long-term commitment; it is not a miracle solution. Establishing ongoing partnerships with the community and eradicating the underlying causes of crime will require planning, flexibility, time and