Baltimore County’s Hispanic population is one of the fastest growing minority groups in the county. In an effort to reach out to the growing Hispanic population in the county, the Baltimore County Police Department has undertaken the development of a “Hispanic/Latino Community Liaison Program”. Officer Carlos Selvi currently serves as the Hispanic/Latino Liaison Officer. To establish positive relations with the Hispanic/Latino community in order that persons will call the police when needed and help reduce crime and victimization. To build relationships with civic groups, local industry, businesses, and members of the Hispanic/Latino community.
To recruit bilingual volunteers to assist in neighborhoods with large Spanish speaking populations. These volunteers will assist with answering questions about Police matters and County Services available to residents.
To actively recruit qualified Hispanic/Latino candidates for employment with the Baltimore County Police Department.
To assist Patrol, Criminal Investigation Division, and Specialized Unit Detectives with investigations and any other detail as needed. To respond to incidents of a critical or emergency nature involving Spanish speaking subjects. To coordinate between crime victims and police as needed.
To assist in the training of officers with instruction aimed at eliminating cultural and language barriers.
To provide assistance by explaining DUI laws and education in traffic safety to the Spanish Speaking community. This will help to reduce the number of DUI arrests, reduce crashes, reduce fatalities, and increase traffic safety awareness in general.
The Hispanic/Latino Community Liaison Officer can be reached by phone at 410-887-5901 during regular business hours. You can also leave a voice mail on the Spanish Language line, 410-887-2319. E-mail at cselvi@baltimorecountymd.gov. In case of emergency contact 911. Revised July 16, 2007 |
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