EXCHANGE ZONE
POLICE HEADQUARTERS, 3730 BLENHEIM BLVD.

People purchase a wide range of items from e-commerce websites, bulletin boards, or social media. To help reduce and deter fraudulent transactions, the police department has created the Exchange Zone, a neutral, safe public setting location to conduct legal, private transactions.

The Police Department has designated two clearly marked parking spaces in the front parking lot of the police station for person-to-person transactions

Please note: The Exchange Zone is not a drop-off site. Merchandise must be removed from the location if delivery is unsuccessful. Police department personnel do not assist with transactions.

Here are some important safety tips for safe e-commerce exchanges:

• Avoid going alone to make an exchange, particularly with a stranger.
• Be wary of people who insist on remote or secluded locations for the exchange.
• Use a public space — particularly a public safety-based location, such as the city police station — to serve as a deterrent to someone with criminal intent.
• Notify friends or family of the exchange time/date/place, and any information you have about the other person.
• Refrain from sharing personal information with the other person, including your address, Social Security number, and bank account information.
• Meet during the day when possible, even in the Exchange Zone.

Information: email, 703-273-2889