Which patrol type emphasizes selecting high-risk areas with concentrated patrols?

• A. Proactive
• B. Preventative
• C. Selective
• D. Random

Answer: (C)

Focusing resources where crime is most likely to occur is the idea behind selective patrol. This approach uses crime data and hotspot analysis to identify high-risk areas and then concentrates patrols there, maximizing visibility, deterrence, and the chance of stopping or catching offenders. It’s about being purposeful with where and when you deploy officers, based on risk, rather than patrolling everywhere or in a random pattern.

Proactive patrol is about taking active enforcement actions and being ready to seize opportunities, which can apply more broadly rather than targeting specific hotspots. Preventative patrol emphasizes a general visible presence to deter crime, not necessarily concentrated in known high-risk areas. Random patrol lacks a deliberate pattern, making it less efficient for reducing crime in targeted locations.