Angels keep watch over San Diego

By Thomas Fudge / Science and Technology Reporter, KPBS Public Broadcasting

Published January 23, 2006 at 9:00 PM PST

This story was published more than 18 years ago.

Host Tom Fudge speaks to the leader of the San Diego Chapter of the Guardian Angels about how the group protects the people of San Diego.

Host Tom Fudge speaks to the leader of the San Diego Chapter of the Guardian Angels about how the group protects the people of San Diego.

The first Guardian Angel group was formed by Curtis Silwa in the South Bronx, New York. The red beret, first worn to symbolize courage, has become icon for grassroots crime prevention. San Diego Guardian Angels patrol the streets of downtown, Barrio Logan and Logan Heights.

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Guests:

Erick Wong , leader of the San Diego chapter of the Guardian Angels.
Lara Gaudio , assistant leader of the San Diego Chapter of the Guardian Angels. She's second in command.

If you'd like to become a volunteer for the local chapter of the Guardian Angles, go to the website at www.guardianangels.org or call 619-529-1904.