Southwest Virginia communities to take part in National Night Out

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ROANOKE (WSLS 10) - People across Southwest Virginia will work to fight crime Tuesday by attending National Night Out events.

The events rallies neighborhoods and sends a message to criminals that people are on the lookout.

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At the events, community members are able to interact with police officers in a laid-back setting. The hope is that interaction helps build relationships which could lead to more community involvement, a key part of fighting crime.

To read more about the events happening in Roanoke City, visit http://bit.ly/1g3J4ot

For Roanoke County listings click here http://bit.ly/1IVqhZw

Rockbridge County, Franklin County and Vinton also have National Night Out events.