The Volusia County Sheriff's Office is training garbage collectors, electricians and other mobile professionals to help fight crime.

The crime initiative, called Operation Bolo for Businesses on the Lookout, will teach workers how to look for telltale signs of crime in an effort to make communities safer.

"We get to see a lot more than what other people get to see," garbage collector Juan Lebron said.

Lebron and 75 other mobile professionals in Volusia County received training about criminals and how to spot them.

"As the times get harder, as our budget dollars get less, that means we have to reach out more and more for these partnerships," Sheriff Ben Johnson said.

Drivers are asked to be on the lookout for crimes like residential burglaries, illegal animals and illegal hazardous waste disposal.

"I think it's a great idea because I don't see that many cops around here anyway. The neighborhood seems quiet enough but we could still use a patrol around here or two to keep an eye on things," homeowner Ray Reboyers said.

Participants will also be trained to recognize distinguishing features of suspicious people, such as scars and tattoos, to assist deputies in their investigation.

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