In the broken windows model of policing, Wilson and Kelling proposed that the police should focus on:

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The broken windows model advocates for targeting specific public nuisance behaviors, such as graffiti, littering, and loitering, in order to prevent further deterioration of the neighborhood or city. This approach is believed to create a sense of order and community responsibility, ultimately reducing the overall crime rate. Focusing only on the most violent crimes or subway crimes would not necessarily address the underlying issues that contribute to a decline in the quality of life in a community.

In the Broken Windows Model of Policing, Wilson and Kelling