Every month the 5th Precinct Pop Unit goes out into the Community and visits stores who sell alcohol and tobacco. This program named "Project 21" monitors the sale of alcoholic beverages and tobacco to minors. Last night, January 26, two arrests were made, one in West Hempstead and the other Elmont.
Please contact the Pop Unit at 573-6570 or ncpd5thpopsd17@gmail.com if you have any leads, information or concerns.
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Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
Hate Crimes
In the late summer and early fall of 2009, 39 teens from all over Nassau County volunteered to participate in a plain, straight, uninhibited video about hate crime. Teens talking to teens about what a hate crime is and the real world ramifications of committing a hate crime. This video visually demonstrates that turning hateful thoughts about a group into action is Crossing the Line
http://www.pjads.com/ncpd-hatevideo.htm
This video was produced for the Nassau County Police Department, under the auspices of Nassau County Executive Tom Suozzi and Nassau County Commissioner of Police Lawrence W. Mulvey, which is only part of a greater educational project created by bias crime experts and Nassau County educators.
For more information about this program please email: communityaffairs@pdcn.org
http://www.pjads.com/ncpd-hatevideo.htm
This video was produced for the Nassau County Police Department, under the auspices of Nassau County Executive Tom Suozzi and Nassau County Commissioner of Police Lawrence W. Mulvey, which is only part of a greater educational project created by bias crime experts and Nassau County educators.
For more information about this program please email: communityaffairs@pdcn.org
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Crime Stoppers
Fifth Squad detectives are investigating a robbery that occurred on Saturday, January 16, 2010 at 6:25 P.M. in Franklin Square.
According to detectives, the victim exited the CVS Store located at 640 Franklin Ave. and was walking to her vehicle when suspect 1, described as a male, white, teen, 5’3”, wearing a blue nylon hooded jacket with white stripes on the sleeves, approached her from the side and attempted to take her pocketbook. A struggle ensued at which time suspect 2, described as a female, white, teen, with dark hair in a ponytail, wearing a dark baggy hooded sweatshirt, came up from behind the victim and knocked her to the ground. As the victim continued to struggle with both suspects a third suspect, described as a male, white, teen, 5’7”, wearing a dark colored jacket, began kicking her. The victim lost her grip on the pocketbook and all three suspects fled on foot with the pocketbook through a creek bed that is located in the rear of CVS. Detectives ask anyone with information on the above robbery to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS. All callers will remain anonymous.
According to detectives, the victim exited the CVS Store located at 640 Franklin Ave. and was walking to her vehicle when suspect 1, described as a male, white, teen, 5’3”, wearing a blue nylon hooded jacket with white stripes on the sleeves, approached her from the side and attempted to take her pocketbook. A struggle ensued at which time suspect 2, described as a female, white, teen, with dark hair in a ponytail, wearing a dark baggy hooded sweatshirt, came up from behind the victim and knocked her to the ground. As the victim continued to struggle with both suspects a third suspect, described as a male, white, teen, 5’7”, wearing a dark colored jacket, began kicking her. The victim lost her grip on the pocketbook and all three suspects fled on foot with the pocketbook through a creek bed that is located in the rear of CVS. Detectives ask anyone with information on the above robbery to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS. All callers will remain anonymous.
Friday, January 15, 2010
Franklin Square Historical Society
We’d like to thank the Franklin Square Historical Society for giving the NCPD POP Unit time to speak to their membership about the NCPD and Franklin Square Community Blog. They have informed us they have created a new web site: http://www.franklinsquarehistory.org/ which we have linked to our site as well.
Read about the History of Franklin Square and the plans for the future.
The Officers of the 5th Precinct Pop Unit look forward to speaking to other Franklin Square Community Groups to share our goals and join together to keep our community safe, informed of current events taking place, to promote community awareness, involvement and to improve our quality of life.
Read about the History of Franklin Square and the plans for the future.
The Officers of the 5th Precinct Pop Unit look forward to speaking to other Franklin Square Community Groups to share our goals and join together to keep our community safe, informed of current events taking place, to promote community awareness, involvement and to improve our quality of life.
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Pulled over by unmarked police car.
The other night at 11 p.m., my daughter was pulled over in her car by an unmarked police car. She was very concerned that the person who pulled her over was not actually an officer but didn’t know what to do. Please advise.
As Authorities are searching for four men who impersonated police officers and robbed a 52-year-old man in Valley Stream on December 30, they are offering some advise if getting pulled over by an unmarked car.
Det. Sgt. Anthony Repalone of the Nassau County Police Department said that they encourage anyone who feels anxiety or concern when being stopped by an unmarked police car to follow certain advice. “We recommend that you put your flashers on, pull into a well-lit, public place and use your cell phone to call 911,” Repalone said. “We will send a uniformed officer in a marked car there.”
He added that the county’s plain clothes officers understand that people may question if they are real officers, but noted that they all carry shields along with a photo ID, so people should ask to see both. “We understand the anxiety and apprehension,” Repalone said.
As Authorities are searching for four men who impersonated police officers and robbed a 52-year-old man in Valley Stream on December 30, they are offering some advise if getting pulled over by an unmarked car.
Det. Sgt. Anthony Repalone of the Nassau County Police Department said that they encourage anyone who feels anxiety or concern when being stopped by an unmarked police car to follow certain advice. “We recommend that you put your flashers on, pull into a well-lit, public place and use your cell phone to call 911,” Repalone said. “We will send a uniformed officer in a marked car there.”
He added that the county’s plain clothes officers understand that people may question if they are real officers, but noted that they all carry shields along with a photo ID, so people should ask to see both. “We understand the anxiety and apprehension,” Repalone said.
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
SILVER ALERT
The Silver Alert Program has been established in order to disseminate immediate information to local media, hospitals and other organizations when a senior citizen or other individuals suffering from Alzheimer’s disease, dementia or other cognitive disorders goes missing.
Date and Time: 01/03/2010 2315
Missing Person’s Name: Mohammed Saleem
Missing Person’s Age: 22
Physical Description: Indian male, 5’4, 145 lbs., Down’s Syndrome, deaf, mute, tattoos on arms of former address and telephone number
Last Seen Wearing: Unknown
Missing Person was last seen at: Horton Avenue and Merrick Road, Lynbrook
Motor Vehicle and direction of travel: N/A
Date and Time: 01/03/2010 2315
Missing Person’s Name: Mohammed Saleem
Missing Person’s Age: 22
Physical Description: Indian male, 5’4, 145 lbs., Down’s Syndrome, deaf, mute, tattoos on arms of former address and telephone number
Last Seen Wearing: Unknown
Missing Person was last seen at: Horton Avenue and Merrick Road, Lynbrook
Motor Vehicle and direction of travel: N/A
Wednesday, December 23, 2009
Leandra's Law
It is now a felony in New York to drive drunk or under the influence of drugs with a child in the vehicle, and will require first-time driving-while-intoxicated (DWI) offenders to install an ignition interlock device in their vehicles.
· Under the law, first-time offenders with a blood alcohol content of .08 or more or under the influence of drugs, and with a child age 15 or under in the vehicle, will automatically have their drivers license suspended, will have to install a ignition interlock device in their car and may be charged with a Class E felony punishable up to four years in prison.
· Intoxicated drivers who cause serious injury to a child may be charged with a Class C felony punishable up to 15 years in prison, and drunken drivers who cause the death of a child will be charged with a Class B felony that could bring up to 25 years in prison.
· In addition to the increased sanctions, parents caught driving impaired with their children will be reported to the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment.
Gov. David A. Paterson signed the Child Passenger Protection Act, known as Leandra's Law in honor of 11-year-old Leandra Rosado, who was killed in a drunken driving accident in October.
According to Paterson, Leandra's Law will set some of the toughest DWI penalties in the nation and will provide law enforcement officials with the tools they need to prosecute DWI offenders.
New York now joins 35 other states that have child endangerment laws imposing tougher DWI sanctions against drivers who put children at risk. New York is also the 13th state to require mandatory interlock ignitions.
At the signing of the Leandra’s Law, Lenny Rosado, Leandra's father, stood nearby, holding a picture of his daughter while tears streamed down his face.
"On that night of October 11, I lost my only child," Rosado said while choking back tears. "As a single parent, she was my heart, my soul and my best friend."
On October 11, Leandra Rosado and six of her friends were packed into a car driven by Carmen Huertas, the mother of one of the girls. Huertas was taking the girls to a slumber party.
Authorities later said Huertas was driving drunk and played a guessing game with the girls, asking them to "raise their hands if they thought they would make it home without crashing."
While speeding up the Henry Hudson Parkway, the car flipped. Leandra Rosado was thrown from the vehicle and died from head and chest injuries. Her six friends and Huertas survived the crash.
Huertas has since been charged with manslaughter, vehicular manslaughter, operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, and assault, according to the Manhattan district attorney's office.
Since losing his daughter, Lenny Rosado has turned his grief into action. At the bill-signing ceremony, Rosado said that the day after Leandra died, he made the decision to fight for tougher DWI laws because he didn't want to see another parent or grandparent lose their child in such a reckless way. "From here on, those that think it's OK to drink and drive with children in the car ... will pay the price," Rosado said. "My daughter's name and Leandra's Law will save lives from here on. Her legacy will live."
· Under the law, first-time offenders with a blood alcohol content of .08 or more or under the influence of drugs, and with a child age 15 or under in the vehicle, will automatically have their drivers license suspended, will have to install a ignition interlock device in their car and may be charged with a Class E felony punishable up to four years in prison.
· Intoxicated drivers who cause serious injury to a child may be charged with a Class C felony punishable up to 15 years in prison, and drunken drivers who cause the death of a child will be charged with a Class B felony that could bring up to 25 years in prison.
· In addition to the increased sanctions, parents caught driving impaired with their children will be reported to the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment.
Gov. David A. Paterson signed the Child Passenger Protection Act, known as Leandra's Law in honor of 11-year-old Leandra Rosado, who was killed in a drunken driving accident in October.
According to Paterson, Leandra's Law will set some of the toughest DWI penalties in the nation and will provide law enforcement officials with the tools they need to prosecute DWI offenders.
New York now joins 35 other states that have child endangerment laws imposing tougher DWI sanctions against drivers who put children at risk. New York is also the 13th state to require mandatory interlock ignitions.
At the signing of the Leandra’s Law, Lenny Rosado, Leandra's father, stood nearby, holding a picture of his daughter while tears streamed down his face.
"On that night of October 11, I lost my only child," Rosado said while choking back tears. "As a single parent, she was my heart, my soul and my best friend."
On October 11, Leandra Rosado and six of her friends were packed into a car driven by Carmen Huertas, the mother of one of the girls. Huertas was taking the girls to a slumber party.
Authorities later said Huertas was driving drunk and played a guessing game with the girls, asking them to "raise their hands if they thought they would make it home without crashing."
While speeding up the Henry Hudson Parkway, the car flipped. Leandra Rosado was thrown from the vehicle and died from head and chest injuries. Her six friends and Huertas survived the crash.
Huertas has since been charged with manslaughter, vehicular manslaughter, operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, and assault, according to the Manhattan district attorney's office.
Since losing his daughter, Lenny Rosado has turned his grief into action. At the bill-signing ceremony, Rosado said that the day after Leandra died, he made the decision to fight for tougher DWI laws because he didn't want to see another parent or grandparent lose their child in such a reckless way. "From here on, those that think it's OK to drink and drive with children in the car ... will pay the price," Rosado said. "My daughter's name and Leandra's Law will save lives from here on. Her legacy will live."
Thursday, December 10, 2009
Nassau County New Silver Alert System
The Silver Alert Program has been established in order to disseminate immediate information to local media, hospitals and other organizations when a senior citizen or other individuals suffering from Alzheimer’s disease, dementia or other cognitive disorders.
“There are approximately 25,347 senior citizens in Nassau County that are afflicted with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia and other cognitive disorders,” said County Executive Suozzi. “The Silver Alert Program, which is similar in nature to the Amber Alert System, will be very helpful in locating these ‘At Risk Individuals’ and reuniting them safely with their loved ones. I thank Legislators Wink and Jacobs for this legislation.”
“Here at the Nassau County Police Department we have compiled an e-mail list that contains the addresses of media personnel, various law enforcement agencies, business organizations and more,” said Commissioner Mulvey. “If an ‘At Risk Individual’ is deemed missing we will send out a Silver Alert notification immediately to our Silver Alert e-mail list, and will include the missing persons name, age, physical description, the last location the person was seen and a description of any motor vehicle the missing individual may have been driving.” If available, a photo of the missing person. (If a photo is not available at the time of the alert, one will be sent when it is received)
“There are approximately 25,347 senior citizens in Nassau County that are afflicted with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia and other cognitive disorders,” said County Executive Suozzi. “The Silver Alert Program, which is similar in nature to the Amber Alert System, will be very helpful in locating these ‘At Risk Individuals’ and reuniting them safely with their loved ones. I thank Legislators Wink and Jacobs for this legislation.”
“Here at the Nassau County Police Department we have compiled an e-mail list that contains the addresses of media personnel, various law enforcement agencies, business organizations and more,” said Commissioner Mulvey. “If an ‘At Risk Individual’ is deemed missing we will send out a Silver Alert notification immediately to our Silver Alert e-mail list, and will include the missing persons name, age, physical description, the last location the person was seen and a description of any motor vehicle the missing individual may have been driving.” If available, a photo of the missing person. (If a photo is not available at the time of the alert, one will be sent when it is received)
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
Sale of Alcohol to Minors
I wonder if you can help me.
I am the mother of two teenagers in Franklin Square.
I've known that teenagers can buy beer at the store near my house.
Recently one of the teenagers told me that the owner charges the kids double the normal price of the beer, because he knows they are underage.
Is this something your department can follow up on?
I look forward to hearing from you.
CG
Thanks!
Dear CG,
Every month the 5th Precinct Pop Unit goes out into the Community and visits stores who sell alcohol. This program named "Project 21" monitors the sale of alcoholic beverages to minors. On November 20, numerous arrests were made within the confines of the 5th Precinct.
Please contact the Pop Unit at 573-6570 or ncpd5thpopsd17@gmail.com if you have any leads, information or concerns.
I am the mother of two teenagers in Franklin Square.
I've known that teenagers can buy beer at the store near my house.
Recently one of the teenagers told me that the owner charges the kids double the normal price of the beer, because he knows they are underage.
Is this something your department can follow up on?
I look forward to hearing from you.
CG
Thanks!
Dear CG,
Every month the 5th Precinct Pop Unit goes out into the Community and visits stores who sell alcohol. This program named "Project 21" monitors the sale of alcoholic beverages to minors. On November 20, numerous arrests were made within the confines of the 5th Precinct.
Please contact the Pop Unit at 573-6570 or ncpd5thpopsd17@gmail.com if you have any leads, information or concerns.
Police Advisory
During the holiday season, police are advising residents to take precautionary measures to protect their homes and vehicles. The busy holiday season and early nightfall are some factors which elevate the number of property crimes. Dark homes and overgrown shrubbery are an invitation to a potential thief.
People can minimize potential criminal activity (burglaries and larcenies from vehicles) by recognizing suspicious activity in their community and reporting such behavior to the police by dialing 911.
Consider the following activities as suspicious:
· A person or vehicle that stays in the same place for an unusual length of time
· A parked car with the engine running
· A person looking into cars or houses
· A person carrying unusual objects during the day or night
· Vehicles that drive around your block frequently slowing down or speeding up
· A vehicle without lights on when arriving or leaving at night
· Unfamiliar vehicles such as those with out of state plates or tinted windows
· Persons going door to door. If they knock for a prolonged time or go to the rear or side door
· Persons walking through your backyard
Precautions:
· Even if you park in your driveway or in front of your own home, lock your vehicle. Put all packages in the trunk out of view. Do not leave the GPS, I-pods, cell phone, cd case, wallet, pocketbook or cash/change in clear view.
· Make certain that your home is locked and secured. Make sure your security system is activated. Consider using light timers. Alert neighbors if you plan on going away for an extended period to remove mail or newspapers/flyers. Have someone park in your driveway to make it look someone is at home.
Above all people should rely on their intuition when they suspect unusual behavior or activity. Call 911 whenever you observe suspicious activity and provide as much information as possible.
People can minimize potential criminal activity (burglaries and larcenies from vehicles) by recognizing suspicious activity in their community and reporting such behavior to the police by dialing 911.
Consider the following activities as suspicious:
· A person or vehicle that stays in the same place for an unusual length of time
· A parked car with the engine running
· A person looking into cars or houses
· A person carrying unusual objects during the day or night
· Vehicles that drive around your block frequently slowing down or speeding up
· A vehicle without lights on when arriving or leaving at night
· Unfamiliar vehicles such as those with out of state plates or tinted windows
· Persons going door to door. If they knock for a prolonged time or go to the rear or side door
· Persons walking through your backyard
Precautions:
· Even if you park in your driveway or in front of your own home, lock your vehicle. Put all packages in the trunk out of view. Do not leave the GPS, I-pods, cell phone, cd case, wallet, pocketbook or cash/change in clear view.
· Make certain that your home is locked and secured. Make sure your security system is activated. Consider using light timers. Alert neighbors if you plan on going away for an extended period to remove mail or newspapers/flyers. Have someone park in your driveway to make it look someone is at home.
Above all people should rely on their intuition when they suspect unusual behavior or activity. Call 911 whenever you observe suspicious activity and provide as much information as possible.
Monday, November 16, 2009
Graffiti
I was just wondering if anyone let you know about the graffiti that was done on the white fence behind Boulevard Scoops?
John S.
Dear John,
Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We will investigate the problem.
Fifth Precinct Pop Unit
John S.
Dear John,
Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We will investigate the problem.
Fifth Precinct Pop Unit
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Alarm System
HI,
I AM RELATIVELY NEW TO GARDEN CITY SOUTH, WE MOVED HERE ON FEB.1, 2007. AT THAT TIME I NEEDED TO HAVE AN ALARM SYSTEM PUT IN AS I AM HANDICAPPED AND MAY NEED ASSISTANCE AT ANY TIME. AT THAT TIME I CALLED THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD AND ASKED IF I NEEDED A PERMIT, TO WHICH I WAS TOLD NO. JUST LAST WEEK I RECEIVED A FINE OF $75 BECAUSE I DID NOT HAVE A PERMIT FOR MY ALARM SYSTEM. WHAT I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IS HOW IS SOMEONE TO KNOW WHEN THIS LAW WAS PAST THAT SAID YOU NOW NEED A PERMIT FOR YOUR ALARM SYSTEM. I DID NOT RECEIVE ANY NOTICE OF THIS INFORMATION, IF I HAD, I WOULD HAVE APPLIED FOR A PERMIT, AVOIDING A FINE OF $75.
WHEN A POLICE OFFICER CAME TO MY HOUSE BECAUSE OF SPRAY PAINTING ON MY FENCE. HE TOLD ME THAT THE LAW IS ONLY ABOUT A YEAR OLD. CAN I HAVE AN ANSWER AS TO WHY I WAS NOT NOTIFIED ABOUT THE LAW BEFORE I WAS FINED?
Nassau County Police are requested to respond to over 125,000 false alarms each year. Alarm legislation was adopted in 1991 because of concerns over police officer safety and to eliminate the misuse of police resources, which results in a cost of millions of dollars annually.
Alarm legislation mandates alarm permits are required for all alarm systems. The Police Department shall issue an alarm permit to an applicant upon receipt of a completed permit application form and a non-refundable permit fee of:
New Permit seventy-five dollars (75.00) for residential premises
one hundred dollars (100.00) for commercial premises
Renewal Permit sixty dollars (60.00) for a residential premises
eighty dollars (80.00) for commercial premises
It shall be the responsibility of the alarm system installer at the time of the installation or activation to submit an alarm permit application form along with the required fees to the Police Department on behalf of and at the expense of the user, unless installer has confirmed that the user already holds a permit. It shall be the responsibility of the alarm company that monitors the alarm system to ensure, prior to commencing any such service contract that there is a current alarm permit. Upon request by the alarm installation and/ or monitoring company the Nassau County Police Department shall provide them with a valid permit number.
Permit holders are to immediately notify their alarm company of their permit number when they are received by the Police Department. Alarm companies must use this number when dispatching for an alarm.
Permits are to be renewed every three (3) years from date of issuance. The holder of the permit or the person in control of an alarm system shall be subject to suspension and/or revocation and/or will have the location placed into a No Police Response Mode if false alarms to that location exceed five (5) in a 90 day period.
For further information regarding alarm permits or false alarm reduction, please contact the Alarm Permit Section at 516 573-7298 or 516 573-7862.
I AM RELATIVELY NEW TO GARDEN CITY SOUTH, WE MOVED HERE ON FEB.1, 2007. AT THAT TIME I NEEDED TO HAVE AN ALARM SYSTEM PUT IN AS I AM HANDICAPPED AND MAY NEED ASSISTANCE AT ANY TIME. AT THAT TIME I CALLED THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD AND ASKED IF I NEEDED A PERMIT, TO WHICH I WAS TOLD NO. JUST LAST WEEK I RECEIVED A FINE OF $75 BECAUSE I DID NOT HAVE A PERMIT FOR MY ALARM SYSTEM. WHAT I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IS HOW IS SOMEONE TO KNOW WHEN THIS LAW WAS PAST THAT SAID YOU NOW NEED A PERMIT FOR YOUR ALARM SYSTEM. I DID NOT RECEIVE ANY NOTICE OF THIS INFORMATION, IF I HAD, I WOULD HAVE APPLIED FOR A PERMIT, AVOIDING A FINE OF $75.
WHEN A POLICE OFFICER CAME TO MY HOUSE BECAUSE OF SPRAY PAINTING ON MY FENCE. HE TOLD ME THAT THE LAW IS ONLY ABOUT A YEAR OLD. CAN I HAVE AN ANSWER AS TO WHY I WAS NOT NOTIFIED ABOUT THE LAW BEFORE I WAS FINED?
Nassau County Police are requested to respond to over 125,000 false alarms each year. Alarm legislation was adopted in 1991 because of concerns over police officer safety and to eliminate the misuse of police resources, which results in a cost of millions of dollars annually.
Alarm legislation mandates alarm permits are required for all alarm systems. The Police Department shall issue an alarm permit to an applicant upon receipt of a completed permit application form and a non-refundable permit fee of:
New Permit seventy-five dollars (75.00) for residential premises
one hundred dollars (100.00) for commercial premises
Renewal Permit sixty dollars (60.00) for a residential premises
eighty dollars (80.00) for commercial premises
It shall be the responsibility of the alarm system installer at the time of the installation or activation to submit an alarm permit application form along with the required fees to the Police Department on behalf of and at the expense of the user, unless installer has confirmed that the user already holds a permit. It shall be the responsibility of the alarm company that monitors the alarm system to ensure, prior to commencing any such service contract that there is a current alarm permit. Upon request by the alarm installation and/ or monitoring company the Nassau County Police Department shall provide them with a valid permit number.
Permit holders are to immediately notify their alarm company of their permit number when they are received by the Police Department. Alarm companies must use this number when dispatching for an alarm.
Permits are to be renewed every three (3) years from date of issuance. The holder of the permit or the person in control of an alarm system shall be subject to suspension and/or revocation and/or will have the location placed into a No Police Response Mode if false alarms to that location exceed five (5) in a 90 day period.
For further information regarding alarm permits or false alarm reduction, please contact the Alarm Permit Section at 516 573-7298 or 516 573-7862.
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
SAFEGUARDING YOUR IPODS, CELL PHONES AND YOURSELF
The new school year has opened and here are just a few tips regarding the ongoing problem we have seen regarding the theft and robberies of I- Pods and cell phones. This crime has been on the rise and is becoming a growing concern.
Here are a few safety tips in safeguarding your property and more importantly yourself:
· When walking try not to have your earphones in. This is a hazard walking across the street since car horns and sirens cannot be heard. This is also an obvious sign that you are in possession of an electronic device. This makes you more vulnerable as a target since you cannot hear someone approaching.
· While talking or texting on your cell phone in public, try to keep conversations short, for this again shows you’re in possession of one and again makes you vulnerable as a target to anyone approaching. Most cell phones are priced well over 100 dollars and can easily be converted for someone else’s use making them untraceable.
· Most of these crimes are done by large groups and not one on one. So be aware of large groups. Put your I Pod or cell phone away when being approached or walking by large groups because you are advertising.
· If you are a victim please notify 911, state your location and pertinent information i.e. race, age, what they were wearing, their direction of travel, type of phone stolen.
· If physical force is used this is considered a robbery which is a felony. Please do not put yourself in a bad position, be alert, be vigilante and try to get whatever description you can.
If you would like a representative from the 5th Precinct Police Department to speak to your group or organization please call us at 573- 6570 and any POP officer would be able to assist you.
If you would like to post a comment please click below.
Here are a few safety tips in safeguarding your property and more importantly yourself:
· When walking try not to have your earphones in. This is a hazard walking across the street since car horns and sirens cannot be heard. This is also an obvious sign that you are in possession of an electronic device. This makes you more vulnerable as a target since you cannot hear someone approaching.
· While talking or texting on your cell phone in public, try to keep conversations short, for this again shows you’re in possession of one and again makes you vulnerable as a target to anyone approaching. Most cell phones are priced well over 100 dollars and can easily be converted for someone else’s use making them untraceable.
· Most of these crimes are done by large groups and not one on one. So be aware of large groups. Put your I Pod or cell phone away when being approached or walking by large groups because you are advertising.
· If you are a victim please notify 911, state your location and pertinent information i.e. race, age, what they were wearing, their direction of travel, type of phone stolen.
· If physical force is used this is considered a robbery which is a felony. Please do not put yourself in a bad position, be alert, be vigilante and try to get whatever description you can.
If you would like a representative from the 5th Precinct Police Department to speak to your group or organization please call us at 573- 6570 and any POP officer would be able to assist you.
If you would like to post a comment please click below.
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Safety Tips for Safeguarding Your Home
1. Install and maintain the timers on lights
2. Make sure all exterior lights are functioning properly
3. No mail or flyers left out
4. Let a neighbor you trust know your away and where you are in case they need to contact you
5 . Safeguard all jewelry and cash
6 . Make sure all first floor window air conditioners are secured because this allows easy access for burglars to get into your home
7. Make sure all house alarms are functioning properly
8 . Make sure all windows and doors are secure
9 . Trim all bushes and hedges around windows and doors because these make easy hiding spots for burglars
10. Be careful of routines.
If you see anything suspicious please call 911 and not your local precinct so their response can be faster! When in doubt do not be afraid to call 911!!
Speak clearly and slowly so the proper information gets out. Don’t rush the phone call because all the information is important.
Try to get any information possible i.e. vehicle plate numbers, physical descriptions such as clothing, height, race, weight, gender, direction of travel, and what they might have in their possession i.e. backpack, gym bag.
You are the eyes and ears of the community so please call regarding anything suspicious or unusual. This is our community so please be vigilant and again do not be afraid to call 911 for any suspicious and unusual activity.
2. Make sure all exterior lights are functioning properly
3. No mail or flyers left out
4. Let a neighbor you trust know your away and where you are in case they need to contact you
5 . Safeguard all jewelry and cash
6 . Make sure all first floor window air conditioners are secured because this allows easy access for burglars to get into your home
7. Make sure all house alarms are functioning properly
8 . Make sure all windows and doors are secure
9 . Trim all bushes and hedges around windows and doors because these make easy hiding spots for burglars
10. Be careful of routines.
If you see anything suspicious please call 911 and not your local precinct so their response can be faster! When in doubt do not be afraid to call 911!!
Speak clearly and slowly so the proper information gets out. Don’t rush the phone call because all the information is important.
Try to get any information possible i.e. vehicle plate numbers, physical descriptions such as clothing, height, race, weight, gender, direction of travel, and what they might have in their possession i.e. backpack, gym bag.
You are the eyes and ears of the community so please call regarding anything suspicious or unusual. This is our community so please be vigilant and again do not be afraid to call 911 for any suspicious and unusual activity.
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