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It is widely believed that if the presence of the police is highly visible, criminals and violent mobs will remain off the streets for fear of detection or arrest. When planning patrols that are conducted with the deterrence of criminal activity as their chief aim, ensure that times and routes of the patrol are varied and unpredictable. Police patrols play an important role in public service by responding to incidents, deterring and preventing crimes. It can give a sense of security to people who need protection and discourage those who may commit crimes in the absence of a patrol. Police patrolling is an indispensable component and function of police departments. The goals and objectives of police patrol include crime prevention, criminal apprehension, law enforcement, order maintenance, public services, and traffic enforcement.