Crime Alert

To all Neighborhood Watch Coordinators, Management Companies and HOA Boards,

Please be advised there has been a significant increase or rise in Residential Burglaries in the Zone 12 & 13* Area.

Be a good Neighbor and watch out for each other
Please use good Crime Prevention Guidelines

Call the OCSO ASAP
If you see anything suspicious or have ANYTHING
that might be used in the investigations.
Tips are very helpful even after a burglary
CALL 407-836-HELP

The OCSO wants to help reduce your chances of being a victim.
Here are a few tips to reduce the chance of your home being burglarized:
Keep your yard looking cared for and neat.
Make it sound like someone is home by leaving the radio on, tuned to a talk radio station or news network.
Install light timers and motion detector lighting. Program them to come on early evening and turn off late evening.
Use dead bolts on every exterior door.
Use sliding window/door locks, sticks & pins
Be observant for persons working alone or with others and those that knock on doors to see if someone is home.
Keep an eye out for people parking in your neighborhood and walking around on foot to several homes posing as Solicitors.


Be the best witness you can be!
Get details of anyone you feel is suspicious.
Write the information down to help you remember details.
Suspects often wear backpacks or carry bags to haul items away from burglaries.
Make note of clothing, vehicle descriptions and other unique characteristics.
School is out so be extra vigilant

The Sheriff's Office is here to help YOU, but we need YOUR help in identifying potential burglars before they can victimize residents.
If you see ANY suspicious behavior, call 407-836-HELP
or 9-1-1 if it appears to be "in progress."