Community Crime Patrol

The trained civilians who walk neighborhoods at night keep an eye out for everything from missing manhole covers and leaking fire hydrants to fights and shootings.

The program is called Buckeye Block Watch, and the patrols will act as monitors for safety concerns and resources for anyone needing to report suspicious activity. The members will wear bright orange gear as they patrol by foot, bike and vehicles.

As the Columbus City Council votes to delay an incoming police recruit class, it will vote on Monday to renew a citizen patrolling contract.Community…