It is with a deep sense of sadness that we announce the passing away of Chris Hayes, the original founder and director of the Neighborhood Crime Watch Unit. Chris' contributions to the City of Boston cannot be underscored. He brought a sense of humility and compassion to what he did and he cared very deeply for the residents and neighborhoods of this great city. He truly believed in the concept of "knowing thy neighbor" just as community policing was starting to take root. That attention and consideration is the hallmark of what we continue to do to this day. Our thanks to Chris Hayes for making this a better city for all!

Please view this link from the Boston Globe

http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/obituaries/articles/2009/01/27/christopher_hayes_76_founded_crime_watch_program/