Letter from the Sheriff

Hi Everybody, I received this from the Sheriff of Orange County, thought I would pass it on... Dave
My Word by Sheriff Jerry Demings: Youth crime outrageous
As Orange County Sheriff for the past 18 months and a lawman in this community for nearly 30 years, I have worked to ensure that the Sheriff’s Office provides quality law enforcement. I have advocated engaging the community in our crime-reduction strategies to include the various social-service organizations that provide positive alternatives for our children.

It’s understandable that attention has been placed on the recent case of a 14-year-old boy, arrested and charged with false imprisonment involving a 3-year-old girl. This case is moving through the judicial process, with the outcome to be determined by the State Attorney’s office. Meanwhile, there is a much larger issue that should be addressed by our citizens.

Our community sees a significant number of young people involved in criminal behavior, especially violent crime. Law enforcement agencies are doing what we can to prevent and solve crime, but we need everyone’s support in those efforts. It does our community no good to tear down the Sheriff’s Office or any other police agency. I can assure you that I stand for justice and provide the leadership in my agency that protects the rights of all citizens, including the accused.

In 2009, Orange County deputies arrested 4,411 juveniles, 550 of whom were charged with violent offenses. To date, in 2010, there have been 2,398 juvenile arrests, 244 for violent offenses. Our community should be equally outraged by these numbers. I don’t often see that happening, and I believe it’s time for us to come together to address these issues. Although some defendants are young, law enforcement still has a responsibility to investigate and charge them accordingly. Unfortunately, some juveniles are introduced into the criminal-justice system in order to make our overall community safer.

The best crime prevention is to stop crime from occurring. That can be accomplished by better parenting, partnering with our schools and getting children involved in positive activities like the Boys and Girls Clubs, the YMCA, Scouting and faith-based programs.

We are doing our part, and recently through charitable donations, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office provided $1,000 educational scholarships to seven students. Soon, we will commence a mentoring program called Offering Children Successful Outcomes.

Earlier this week, I announced the formation of a citizen-review panel, chaired by the Rev. Randolph Bracy of the NAACP, to review allegations of misconduct involving excessive use of force, official misconduct or other cases I deem appropriate. I applaud Bracy for being a part of the solution. I only hope and pray that we can engage the media and stay focused on these substantive issues.

I respectfully ask the public for patience as we continue the dialogue.


Subject: FW: My Word by sheriff Jerry Demings: Youth crime outrageous
To All Employees:
There has been a lot of discussion about the Orange County Sheriff's
Office in the news recently and some of it was critical of both me and
the agency. In response to the Orlando Sentinel's criticism, I drafted
the attached "My Word" article that was printed in the newspaper today.
I thought you should read what I said for yourselves.
Don't be distracted by the press who is pretty good at sensationalizing
issues in order to sell news. Instead, I ask that you stay focused on
our mission of "Making a Difference" in this community.
As always, thanks for your continued support and good work.
Jerry L. Demings
Orange County Sheriff

Garage Doors

Here is some information on Garage Doors.... Dave

Technology is so wonderful; how to break into a home in less than 6
seconds with audio/visual aids!!

Please look at your garage door

After our home inspection the inspector noted that our garage door had a
dent in it. Rhys and I were in the garage last night talking about it and
trying to figure out how it got a dent in it. Finally figured out someone
tried to break in. Then I searched YouTube and found the below video.
Please watch it. I took the pull string off of ours and zip tied the
lever up to the slider. Now you have to cut the zip tie in order to
release the lever. Please pass on.

http://www.youtube.com/watch_popup?v=CMz1tXBVT1s

BEAR IN BENT OAK

Hi Everybody,
This is going to surprise some of you, but I have had some reports of a Bear and a Fox in Bent Oak. Is what is happening is, they are looking for food, and if you leave out food in your trash cans or in pet food dishes they can smell that from a long way off, so try to secure your cans or move them in your garage. They are creatures of habit and will return to the same location if they find food. Please what ever you do, DO NOT FEED THEM, or get close to them to take a picture, remember they are wild animals and can hurt you. They are coming from Wekiwa Springs State Park, so in time they will return. If you see any of them, just stay clear. Please keep me posted if you hear, or see them. They are primarily nocturnal, so they will be on the move at night. Take care, and be safe....... Dave

Loud music

Before you turn up the
volume or bass on your
car stereo, think about
this.....

Loud music can prevent you
from hearing approaching
emergency vehicles and
other cars.

Loud music is against the
law and may result in a traffic
citation.

Loud music distracts you
while you’re driving. It can
also annoy those nearby.

Loud music has become an
affront to the tranquility of
our community.

New List for Crime

Here is an up to date list, be safe...... Dave
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 100048737 1555 ORMOND AV 05/31/2010
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 100048527 240 W 17TH ST 05/30/2010
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 100048441 9 E G H WASHINGTON ST 05/28/2010
COMMERCIAL BURGLARY 100048687 2601 LAKEVILLE RD 05/28/2010
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 100047192 1103 SHEELER AV 05/27/2010
COMMERCIAL BURGLARY 100048860 1434 N LAKE AV 05/26/2010
AUTO BURGLARY 100046905 2025 SHEELER AV 05/26/2010
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 100046892 1644 PALM BEACH DR 05/26/2010
STRONG ARM TO PERSON 100046833 3607 DAMON RD 05/26/2010
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 100046786 704 SCHOPKE LESTER RD 05/26/2010
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 100047746 240 W 17TH ST 05/25/2010
ARMED TO PERSON 100045962 S BRADSHAW RD 05/23/2010
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 100045932 233 S LAKE CORTEZ DR 05/23/2010
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 100045022 1526 BLACK BEAR CT 05/21/2010
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 100045476 849 MONROE AV 05/21/2010
COMMERCIAL BURGLARY 100043899 1809 E SEMORAN BV 05/18/2010
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 100048792 1623 S HAWTHORNE AV 05/16/2010

Be careful on this

This is crazy, but it just might happen, be on guard.... DaveThis is a Important Precautionary Alert!! Please READ!!

Read this and then clik the snopes link for more info and a video!
Don't pick up any plastic bottles that may be laying in your yards etc.
Click on the Snopes web page below to watch the video.
Good safety info that I never heard of; be careful and watch the video if you don't believe it.

Pay attention to this.

1. A plastic bottle with a cap.

2. A little Drano.

3. A little water.

4. A small piece of foil.

5. Disturb it by moving it; and BOOM!!
6. No fingers left and other serious effects to your face, eyes, etc..

People are finding these bombs in mailboxes and in their yards, just waiting for you to pick it up intending to put it in the trash. But, you'll never make it!!! It takes about 30 seconds to blow after you move the thing.

See "SNOPES" below....it's true. This happened a few days ago...April 27, 2010 as a matter of fact.

http://www.snopes.com/crime/warnings/bottlebomb.asp