# Police Officer

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##### About this job

Police officers use investigation methods to prevent crime, to pursue and apprehend criminals, and protect the public from violent and criminal activities. They perform surveillance and patrol activities to prevent crimes and apprehend offenders. They provide support to victimised parties and the public at large, and fulfil administrative duties.

Scope note: Includes state <a resource="http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/5793c124-c037-47b2-85b6-dd4a705968dc"" typeOf=""http://data.europa.eu/esco/model#Occupation"" href=""http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/5793c124-c037-47b2-85b6-dd4a705968dc""><span property=""http://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label"" xml:lang=""en"">police officer</span></a>."

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