McGruff The Crime Dog is the symbol of a national effort to inform us and our children of the effects of crime, the recognition of crime, and how to be safe from it.

The Tyler Police Department, with the help of its volunteers puts on programs about safety rules for our city's youth anywhere and at anytime an organization would like to have such a program presented. The only thing that is required is for the organization to give ample time for the program to be scheduled. All presentations are on a first-come-first-served basis.

Any group of children, including school classes, can have a McGruff presentation. The Department has two McGruff units. One unit is automated and talks and sings with children. McGruff can speak about stranger danger and other topics.

If you have ever wanted to know what it feels like to be a "rock star" with your fans surrounding you, just come to the police department and ask to participate in your own McGruff Safety Show.