Holiday information

Happy Holidays to everyone!!! I just got this from OCSO and it has some good information concerning safety for the Holidays..... Dave
Holiday Greetings and welcome back!

Soon our children will be out of school for the holidays. Our next message is geared towards holiday safety of our children and young adults.

Please take the time to not only read over our message but also plan and discuss these with your family.


Always:
If you must take children with you shopping, always keep them with you. It’s always best to find a reliable and trusted friend or family member to watch them when you are shopping.
Accompany and supervise children in public facilities including restrooms.
Have a plan in case you get separated. Have designated meeting spot.
Teach children that if they get lost to look for people that can help such as law enforcement, employee or a mother with children.
Remind children to remain in the area they become separated.
Turn shopping trips into opportunities to practice safe holiday shopping.
Never:
Never dress children in clothing that displays their first or last names. This can prompt unwelcome attention from someone looking to start a conversation with your child.
Never leave children in toy stores or public facilities expecting supervision from others.
Never go shopping or attend public events with children if you feel you may become distracted.
Never allow young children to shop on their own. Even if it is to purchase surprise gifts for family or friends.
Never drop off young adults at a mall or public place without agreeing on plans for a time and location to pick them up. This may include alternate plans if the original plans fall through.

Travel: If your child is traveling alone by train, bus or air, please remember the following travel safety tips.
When you make reservations for your child, ask what provisions and security are provided by the company for children traveling alone.
Request a copy of the carriers policy and emergency procedures before booking.
If possible book a non stop flight or direct route. Never book the last flight of the day.
Plan to visit the location where the child will travel from prior to departure. Have the person picking up the child do the same at the arrival destination. This is so the child will know what to expect and not have the experience be as intimidating.
Plan ahead for a delay. Stay with the child at the terminal until they depart.
Always make sure your child travels with proper identification along with the contact information for both the departing and receiving party.
Have a back up plan for the person meeting your child in case of a delay.
Explain to children not to become too friendly with other passengers and to not reveal any personal information.
Always write the name down as a record of the employee who is taking custody of your child.
Always have the child contact you upon arrival. Many websites now offer real time tracking of airline flights.

Crime Stats for our area

Here is an up to date list of crime stats, as you can see we have had some auto break ins in Bent Oak, please be very careful, and let me know about this kind of things, it is very important, because I can send it to the block captains..... Dave

Crime Case Number Address Date
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090115240 1152 S CENTRAL AV 12/06/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090115241 1154 S CENTRAL AV 12/06/2009
COMMERCIAL BURGLARY 090114801 2601 LAKEVILLE RD 12/05/2009
STRONG ARM TO PERSON 090114642 202 S AURORA DR 12/04/2009
COMMERCIAL BURGLARY 090114034 2250 W ORANGE BLOSSOM TL 12/03/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090113759 N APOPKA VINELAND RD 12/02/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090114116 1609 MINK DR 12/02/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090407660 BLUFF OAK ST 12/01/2009 AUTO BURGLARY 090113283 CLARCONA RD 12/01/2009
STOLEN VEHICLE 090113537 2301 GREENACRE RD 12/01/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090407599 WHISPERING OAK LN 11/30/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090113386 HIDDEN PINE LN 11/30/2009 AUTO BURGLARY 090113144 505 E MC CORMICK RD 11/30/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090112176 2323 E WELCH RD 11/26/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090112938 122 E 15TH ST 11/25/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090111739 34 E 13TH ST 11/24/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090111827 1651 VOTAW RD 11/24/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090111247 1 S LAKE PLEASANT RD 11/23/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090111850 1154 S CENTRAL AV 11/17/2009
ARMED TO PERSON 090108721 1805 E SEMORAN BV 11/15/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090109244 2108 KILMER LN 11/14/2009
COMMERCIAL BURGLARY 090108779 2601 LAKEVILLE RD 11/13/2009
STOLEN VEHICLE 090107779 498 TIMBERWOLF TL 11/12/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090107405 721 S LAKE PLEASANT RD 11/11/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090106537 1461 PINE ST 11/08/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090407157 1407 DEER LAKE CI 11/08/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090106482 1258 DEER LAKE CI 11/07/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090106268 1396 DEER LAKE CI 11/07/2009
STRONG ARM TO PERSON 090106003 E 10TH ST 11/07/2009
COMMERCIAL BURGLARY 090105954 901 E SEMORAN BV 11/07/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090106112 3596 CLARCONA RD 11/07/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090105051 812 ROLLING GREEN DR 11/04/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090104746 951 ARMITAGE AV 11/03/2009
STOLEN VEHICLE 090104764 1537 S CENTRAL AV 11/03/2009
STOLEN VEHICLE 090104389 1244 ROSSMAN DR 11/02/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090103845 621 HERB HUDSON CT 11/01/200

Info on Traveling

Hi All, I hope Thanksgiving was good for everybody and you ate a lot of food. I received this from the O.C.S.O. so I am passing it on, be safe..... Dave

Holiday Travel: If you are leaving during the holidays or out shopping. Reduce your chances of a burglary by making your home appear occupied. Such as:
1. Using timers within different locations in your home. Not only for lighting fixtures but also for electronics such as televisions and radios. Never put a Christmas tree or Christmas lights on a timer if you will be gone.
2. Have a trusted friend or neighbor pick up your mail and place their trash receptacle in your driveway.
3. If a friend or neighbor has an extra car, have them park it in your driveway.
4. Leave your gifts at the home of a friend or family member while you are gone.
Contact the Orange County Sheriff's Office or your local law enforcement agency and request they do area checks of your home while you are away. If you come back early, let us know.
Leave a travel itinerary with a friend. Make sure you provide them expected time of arrival, departure, address, phone numbers and who you will be with. Make sure you check in with them.
Travel with a fully charged cell phone, and charger for both your vehicle and a regular outlet.
Make sure your vehicle is in good condition to include; tire, tire pressure, proper fluid levels and it is always fueled. Have a mechanic check it out before you go.
If you travel with a GPS, always make sure you have a back up such as a map or pre-printed directions. Always check for road closures, construction and weather conditions. If you are traveling in Florida you can always call 5-1-1 for road information.
Always travel with your windows up and doors locked. If you need to ask directions, make sure you stop at a well traveled well lighted location such as a gas station.
Always wear your seat belt and make sure children are properly restrained.
Never discuss your travel plans with a stranger.
If you are using a rental vehicle make sure you become familiar with it.
Limit personal information on your luggage tags.
Many criminal elements will target those who look like travelers. Avoid becoming a target by:
1. Keep items in your vehicle out of plain view such as souvenirs and maps.
2. Avoid wearing clothing that is sold to tourist in that particular area.
3. Carry a camera that will fit in your pocket or purse.
4. Personalize your rental vehicle by placing a simple inexpensive air freshener on your rear view mirror.
For more detailed travel tips you can visit http://www.ocso.com and click on “Tourist Tips”

E-Mail Scam

Please be on the guard for this, I got this from Fox 35... Dave
Email Scam Asks for H1N1 Profile at CDC.gov
CDC, Minnesota health dept. warn of phishing scam
Published : Friday, 04 Dec 2009, 11:33 AM EST

ST. PAUL, Minn. - The Minnesota Department of Health is warning of a fraudulent emails about a CDC sponsored state vaccination program.

The CDC has received reports of email phishing scams referencing state sponsored vaccination programs, but the agency says no such program has been implemented requiring registration on CDC.gov.

The email tells users they must create a personal H1N1 (swine flu) vaccination profile on the CDC.gov website. The message then says anyone age 18 or older must have his/her personal vaccination profile on CDC.gov.

Image: Example email

Users that click on the email risk having malicious code installed on their computer.
How to prevent a phisihing attack on your computer:


Do not follow unsolicited links and do not open or respond to unsolicited email messages.
Use caution when visiting un-trusted websites.
Use caution when entering personal information online

More information from the CDC, including an example email, can be found at www.cdc.gov/hoaxes_rumors.html

Important Checklist

Hi Everybody, with the Holiday season fast approaching here is some pointers that I pulled form OPD. I hope everybody has a wonderful and safe Holiday season.... Dave

General Information Checklist

Do the outside lights light up all entrances to your home?

Are your plants trimmed so a burglar cannot hide near windows and doors?

Are garage doors kept closed and locked at all times?

Are outside doors made of solid core construction, including the door leading from the garage to the house?

Is there a peephole viewer (180 degrees) on the front door?

Are sliding glass doors secured with secondary locks or pinned, and are screws in the track to prevent removal of the doors?

Are exterior doors secured with a deadbolt lock (single or double cylinder) with a minimum 1 inch throw?

Are windows secured with backup keyed locks or pinned with a nail?

Do you report suspicious persons or activity in the neighborhood to the police immediately?

Are doors locked at all times?

Are your valuables marked with your Florida driver's license number?

Do you have a record of valuables complete with serial number, make and model? (See Operation I.D.)

Drunk Driver

Have you ever wondered what to do if you see a drunk driver? Well here is some information on what to do... Be safe.... Dave

Can I report drunk drivers to 911 on my cell phone?

Answer:
Yes. Calls to 911 on a cell phone are free, but unlike regular phones we can't tell where you are calling from. Be prepared to give your location, direction of travel and a description of both cars. You safety is of utmost importance to us. Do not pursue the drunk driver or in any way place yourself in danger. Eviction is a legal process that often times requires a court order. For more information, contact our Civil and Criminal Process Section at 407-836-4510.

I.C.E. Important

Hi Everybody,
I have something that is very important to discuss with everybody, it is called I.C.E. That is short for "IN CASE OF EMERGENCY". Here is how it works. The emergency and police have been advised to look for that on your cell phones when ever they arrive at a scene where the person is not able to communicate. They look for a cell phone and then see if there is a listing for I.C.E. So please add to your phone book in your cell phone I.C.E. and place one or two phone numbers that they would be able to call "IN CASE OF EMERGENCY".

Everybody please be safe this Holiday season, and lets keep an eye out for
BENT OAK........Dave Sukkert

Up to Date Crime Stats

Here are the Crime Stats for the month, it was a very busy month, be safe.. Dave

Crime Case Number Address Date

RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090105051 812 ROLLING GREEN DR 11/04/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090104746 951 ARMITAGE AV 11/03/2009
STOLEN VEHICLE 090104764 1537 S CENTRAL AV 11/03/2009
STOLEN VEHICLE 090104389 1244 ROSSMAN DR 11/02/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090103845 621 HERB HUDSON CT 11/01/2009
COMMERCIAL BURGLARY 090103577 2121 W ORANGE BLOSSOM TL 10/31/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090103958 250 AVALONE DR 10/31/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090103271 102 S ULYSSES DR 10/29/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090103032 2303 GREENACRE RD 10/29/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090103498 1476 ELDERTON DR 10/29/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090103113 449 W 17TH ST 10/29/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090103115 465 W 17TH ST 10/29/2009
COMMERCIAL BURGLARY 090104127 2425 OLD DIXIE HY 10/28/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090102802 19 E HAMMON DR 10/28/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090102027 2021 PALM VIEW DR 10/27/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090102178 2102 ORCHARD DR 10/25/2009
STOLEN VEHICLE 090101751 1151 S CENTRAL AV 10/25/2009
STOLEN VEHICLE 090101538 1537 MAJESTIC OAK DR 10/25/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090101469 1270 DEER LAKE CI 10/25/2009
STRONG ARM TO PERSON 090101587 E SEMORAN BV 10/25/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090101235 2012 VOTAW RD 10/24/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090101073 2349 WALNUT HEIGHTS RD 10/24/2009
STRONG ARM TO PERSON 090101034 1313 CLARCONA RD 10/23/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090101128 3000 CLARCONA RD 10/23/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090100329 1305 FOXDEN RD 10/22/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090100854 1803 LAKE ALMA DR 10/22/2009
STOLEN VEHICLE 090099816 901 E SEMORAN BV 10/20/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090102727 1719 SWEETWATER WEST CI 10/19/2009
STOLEN VEHICLE 090102292 13 W 12TH ST 10/19/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090406631 2158 PALM CREST DR 10/17/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090098903 2200 VOTAW RD 10/17/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090099162 2128 ORCHARD DR 10/16/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090099112 2429 SWEETAIRE CT 10/16/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090098358 1320 LAKECREST DR 10/15/2009
STRONG ARM TO PERSON 090098989 131 E 15TH ST 10/15/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090098322 1617 VOTAW RD 10/14/2009
STOLEN VEHICLE 090097749 1315 WILDCAT CT 10/13/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090097563 1258 S CENTRAL AV 10/13/2009
STOLEN VEHICLE 090097429 1537 MAJESTIC OAK DR 10/12/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090097465 3016 FALCONHILL DR 10/12/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090097323 553 MARDEN MEADOWS DR 10/12/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090097338 2532 CIMMARON ASH WY 10/12/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090096619 3000 CLARCONA RD 10/10/2009

MOVE OVER LAW

Hi Everybody, here is some information on the Move Over Law.... Dave

FHP Raises Awareness for Move Over Law
The Move Over Law requires drivers to move over one lane whenever an emergency vehicle on the side of the road has its lights activated. If moving over is not a viable option, drivers must simply slow down to 20 mph below the posted speed limit.
Florida adopted the law in 2002 after several emergency response personnel were killed or injured while working on the side of the road. In the past decade, more than 150 law enforcement officers nationwide have been killed by passing motorists while performing their duties on our highways.
The Move Over Law enforcement effort is part of a series where the Florida Highway Patrol focuses on a specific traffic law and cites anyone caught violating that law. The series is called Be Smart, Drive Smart Florida!The Patrol partnered with law enforcement agencies across the state through Labor Day to raise awareness and enforcement of the Move Over Law. During the operation, law enforcement officers worked together along busy highways and interstates to stop those who violated the law.
In addition to enforcement, the Department has created Public Service Announcements, which are available for viewing and download the Department’s website at www.flhsmv.gov/SafetyTips/MoveOverTips.htm. In addition, troopers handed out brochures during traffic stops. The brochures also are available in FHP stations, driver license offices and other locations throughout the state. Also, radio PSAs aired statewide on Florida News Network for a two-week period. Both the brochures and radio PSAs have English and Spanish versions. Federal grants dollars through the Florida Department of Transportation funded this year’s Move Over Law campaign materials.

Crime Stats For Our Area

Just got this from OCSO.... Be Safe, Dave

STOLEN VEHICLE 090096216 1534 JAGUAR CI 10/08/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090095508 1396 DEER LAKE CI 10/07/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090095477 2440 VIA GENOVA 10/07/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090095476 2432 ORCHARD DR 10/07/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090095441 2403 ORCHARD DR 10/07/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090095470 2520 ORCHARD DR 10/07/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090095769 2505 ORCHARD DR 10/06/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090095471 647 MAJESTIC OAK DR 10/06/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090095472 658 MAJESTIC OAK DR 10/06/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090095478 671 MAJESTIC OAK DR 10/06/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090095483 653 MAJESTIC OAK DR 10/06/2009
STOLEN VEHICLE 090095111 825 MONROE AV 10/06/2009
STOLEN VEHICLE 090095143 413 VIA FLORENCE DR 10/06/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090095347 6435 NIGHTWIND CI 10/06/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090095293 2719 NOVA DR 10/06/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090095134 130 ILLINOIS AV 10/05/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090094752 103 E 15TH ST 10/04/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090094608 1431 DEER LAKE CI 10/03/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090094576 1437 DEER LAKE CI 10/03/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090094408 1820 SWEETWATER WEST CI 10/03/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090094435 2700 SWEETWATER CTRY CLUB DR 10/03/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090093884 133 E 15TH ST 10/02/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090094108 210 S APOLLO DR 10/02/2009
STOLEN VEHICLE 090093865 2119 ATHENS CT 10/02/2009
STOLEN VEHICLE 090093495 1042 SHEELER AV 10/01/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090093665 1148 DEER LAKE CI 09/29/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090093675 1149 DEER LAKE CI 09/29/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090092420 1857 CLARCONA RD 09/28/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090095515 1190 DEER LAKE CI 09/27/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090092401 1720 SUNSET VIEW CI 09/27/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090092106 E MC CORMICK RD 09/27/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090092157 1343 YVONNE ST 09/27/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090406165 1800 WEKIWA CI 09/26/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090092394 1623 SUNSET VIEW CI 09/25/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090091479 2469 W ORANGE BLOSSOM TL 09/25/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090091712 1401 ELK CT 09/25/2009
STOLEN VEHICLE 090095934 455 N THOMPSON RD 09/24/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090091287 621 HERB HUDSON CT 09/24/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090090736 551 WEKIVA LANDING DR 09/23/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090091187 340 W ELLA J GILMORE ST 09/23/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090406026 1032 OAKPOINT CI 09/22/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090091203 1128 OAKPOINT CI 09/22/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090090742 545 WEKIVA LANDING DR 09/22/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090090759 561 DOMINISH ESTATES DR 09/22/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090090818 1102 PINE OAKS CT 09/22/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090091135 1032 OAKPOINT CI 09/22/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090406044 1128 OAKPOINT CI 09/22/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090095338 1211 S HAWTHORNE AV 09/21/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090090166 E MC CORMICK RD 09/21/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090090454 1133 OAKPOINT CI 09/21/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090089864 15 E CLEVELAND ST 09/19/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090088910 256 MAINE AV 09/17/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090088520 1466 S HAWTHORNE AV 09/16/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090087844 1103 E SEMORAN BV 09/14/2009

BOLO Bent Oak Look Out

Man this is getting too close, please check your vehicles and LOCK them up, and remove valuables...... Dave

The ALERT below was forwarded to me earlier today by a Sweetwater Country Club (Orange County neighborhood w/entrances off Wekiva Springs Rd.) NW coordinator who received it from another SW Watch coordinator last night.
This now makes 2 neighborhoods (one on Thompson Rd. near Votaw) that I know have experienced these types of crimes in the past 2 or 3 days. In the Sweetwater CC instance, however, the thieves also stole a car (see bottom of ALERT below).
Derry Sampey, Coordinator
DLR Neighborhood Watch

btw: Shed total is now 8. Suggestion for new gate/shed lock: Master Lock Magnum. The part on which someone would need to use a bolt-cutter is too short for such an attempt to be successful and is made of boron-carbide. $13.75 at a hardware store. As we all know: If people really want to break in somewhere, they will likely find a way. But we can try to make it harder for them to do so.

ALERT -- ALERT -- ALERT

Sometime between midnight and 3:00 Wednesday morning, the following violations occurred in Sweetwater Country Club (Orange County):

1) An unlocked vehicle parked in a driveway at Majestic Oak Dr., was entered and contents, including a garage door remote, were scattered on the front lawn. Fortunately, the garage door opener was shut off. Nothing of value was taken.

2) Another unlocked vehicle parked in the driveway next door was also ransacked.

3) At the first address, a second vehicle that parked in the driveway, was broken into and a purse was taken. Illegal use of a debit card from that purse was recorded at 3:53 am.

4) Across the street, another vehicle parked in the driveway was entered and ransacked.

5) On Orchard Dr., a vehicle parked in the driveway was entered and a garage door remote was used to open the garage door. A vehicle was stolen from inside that garage.

"BOLO" Bent Oak Look Out

I received this and wanted to post it, be safe..... Dave

At least two backyard sheds were broken into today in Deer Lake Run, at homes in the vicinity of the Welch Rd.-Thompson Rd. intersection. One home has a 6' fence; the other does not. The lock on a trailer was also cut at one home. When I spoke with the homeowner, she had just discovered the broken trailer lock and was going to see what was missing. If you believe you saw anything/anyone suspicious in that area today, please let me know, and I will have the homeowners get in touch with you. They will have case #s and be able to contact the deputy who took their reports.
Meanwhile, keep your gates locked from the inside and your garage doors down, whenever possible.
Derry Sampey, Coordinator
Deer Lake Run Neighborhood Watch

CRIME STATS

New Crime Stats For Our Area.... DaveCrime Case Number Address Date
AUTO BURGLARY 090089864 15 E CLEVELAND ST 09/19/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090088910 256 MAINE AV 09/17/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090088520 1466 S HAWTHORNE AV 09/16/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090087844 1103 E SEMORAN BV 09/14/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090087836 30 E ELLA J GILMORE ST 09/14/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090087202 W KEENE RD 09/12/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090087497 1453 VALLEY PINE CI 09/12/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090086041 1228 SUGAR PINE RD 09/08/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090405760 1327 LONGHILL DR 09/07/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090085505 749 OAKVILLE LN 09/07/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090087876 1156 MCGEE AV 09/07/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090085386 1442 VALLEY PINE CI 09/06/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090085350 1837 SWEETWATER WEST CI 09/06/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090085351 1837 SWEETWATER WEST CI 09/06/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090084884 19 E ELLA J GILMORE ST 09/05/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090084992 202 N LINE DR 09/05/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090083627 1365 E SEMORAN BV 09/01/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090083642 1365 E SEMORAN BV 09/01/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090083266 1362 LEROY CT 09/01/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090405571 8125 GILLIAM RD 08/31/2009
STOLEN VEHICLE 090082953 1153 OCOEE APOPKA RD 08/31/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090083072 236 W 17TH ST 08/31/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090082952 1217 PLEASANTVIEW DR 08/30/2009
ARMED TO PERSON 090082679 135 E 15TH ST 08/30/2009
ARMED TO PERSON 090082686 1138 SHEELER AV 08/30/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090082807 1515 OLD APOPKA RD 08/30/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090082388 1611 JEANETTE ST 08/29/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090082111 107 20TH ST 08/28/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090082218 1344 YVONNE ST 08/28/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090082366 2364 ALBRECHT 08/27/2009
STOLEN VEHICLE 090081687 525 MARDEN MEADOWS DR 08/27/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090081607 1760 DEANNA DR 08/27/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090081682 8 W CELESTE ST 08/26/2009
STRONG ARM TO PERSON 090081220 1120 CLARCONA RD 08/26/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090081418 1117 E SEMORAN BV 08/25/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090083793 1388 ROMAR LN 08/25/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090083659 569 N THOMPSON RD 08/21/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090079669 734 ROLLING GREEN DR 08/20/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090079668 1103 E SEMORAN BV 08/20/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090078959 902 VOTAW RD 08/19/2009
STOLEN VEHICLE 090079305 1320 OLD APOPKA RD 08/19/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090079092 1103 E SEMORAN BV 08/19/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090078723 1312 YVONNE ST 08/18/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090078506 1508 YVONNE ST 08/17/2009

From the Sheriffs office

Here is some information we need to know, ya'll be safe..... Dave

Just in from the OCSO Crime Prevention Unit

Subject: WARNING: 2010 Census Cautions from the BBB
Neighbors Helping Neighbors
This information is being distributed by the Dallas / Ft. Worth
IBMer Organization to warn it's thousands of members of fraud associated
with the 2010 Census (some pre-census activity is already underway).
However, this warning is for ALL citizens so you may want to pass it on
to everyone you know.

2010 Census Cautions
by Susan Johnson - August 3, 2009 12:07 pm
Be Cautious About Giving Info to Census Workers
With the U.S. Census process beginning, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) advises people to be cooperative, but cautious, so as not to become a victim of fraud or identity theft. The first phase of the 2010 U.S. Census is under way as workers have begun verifying the addresses of households across the country. Eventually, more than 140,000 U.S. Census workers will count every person in the United States and will gather information about every person living at each address including name, age, gender, race, and other relevant data. The big
question is - how do you tell the difference between a U.S. Census
worker and a con artist? BBB offers the following advice:
** If a U.S. Census worker knocks on your door, they will have a badge, a handheld device, a Census Bureau canvas bag, and a confidentiality notice. Ask to see their identification and their badge before answering their questions. However, you should never invite anyone you don't know into your home.
** Census workers are currently only knocking on doors to verify address information. Do not give your Social Security number, credit card or banking information to anyone, even if they claim they need it for the U.S. Census. While the Census Bureau might ask for basic financial information, such as a salary range, it will not ask for Social Security, bank account, or credit card numbers nor will employees solicit donations.
Eventually, Census workers may contact you by telephone, mail, or in person at home. However, they will not contact you by Email, so be on the lookout for Email scams impersonating the Census. Never click on a link or open any attachments in an Email that are supposedly from the U.S. Census Bureau.
For more advice on avoiding identity theft and fraud,
visit http://www.bbb.org/.

CAR SEATS

Car seats, is your correct, here is some information that may help.... Dave

Precious cargo: Choosing and using car safety seats

For safety, children should be properly secured in cars every time they ride. Child safety seats reduce the risk of death in passenger cars by 71 percent for infants and by 54 percent for children ages 1 to 4 years, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention.

Kids younger than age 13 years should ride in the back seat, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). But, how they ride depends on their age and size. Also, be familiar with the laws in your state.

There are four stages of car seat safety:

1. Rear-facing seats are for infants. Keep babies in rear-facing car seats for as long as possible — at least until your child is age 1 year and weighs 20 pounds. Never put these seats in the front seats of vehicles, especially those that have active passenger-side air bags. If the bag inflates, it could cause serious injury or death. The safest place for all infants and children is the back seat.

2. Forward-facing seats come next. They should be placed in the back seat away from airbags. These seats are for toddlers and preschoolers who are at least age 1 year or older and weigh 20 pounds or more. They can ride in this seat until they reach the upper height or weight limit of the seat, usually around 40 pounds or age 4 years. Your child has outgrown it if his or her shoulders are above the top harness slots or ears have reached the top of the seat.

3. Booster seats are for kids who’ve outgrown their forward-facing car safety seats. They help seat belts fit properly across the lap and shoulder. Use one until a seat belt fits properly without the use of a booster seat, usually around age 8 years or 4 feet 9 inches tall.

4. Seat belts are for children who’ve outgrown booster seats, usually age 8 years or taller than 4 feet 9 inches. The lap belt should fit across the upper thighs and a shoulder belt should run across the chest — not the neck or throat. Be a good role model. Always wear your seat belt, too.

Check your technique
Have your car seat checked to be sure you’ve installed it correctly. Visit the NHTSA Web site at www.nhtsa.gov. Click on “Locate a Child Seat Fitting Station” under “Quick Clicks.” Enter your zip code to find a local technician who will check your safety seat. Your local fire station may install and inspect car seats, too.

Storms

It's that time of the year for the dreaded storms, here is some information on Bill..... Dave

Tropical Storm Bill Forms In Atlantic
Updated: 5:03 pm EDT August 15, 2009

MIAMI -- Tropical Storm Bill, the second tropical storm of the season, formed Saturday afternoon in the far eastern Atlantic.


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BILL: Forecast Path | Computer Models | Advisory
SEE THE STORM: Atlantic Infrared | Atlantic Loop
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At 5:00pm, the center of the tropical storm was located about 820 miles west-southwest of the Cape Verde Islands.

Bill is moving toward the west near 16 mph. A gradual turn to the west-northwest is expected during the next few days.

Maximum sustained winds have increased to near 40 mph, with higher gusts. Tropical storm force winds extend outward up to 30 miles from the center.

Some strengthening is forecast during the next 24 hours.
Copyright 2009 by wftv.com. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

oh boy, this is good

From the files of law inforcement.... Dave
Pay stub used as bank robbery note

Here we go again... another stupid criminal. The robber's threatening note made a Chicago bank job easy to solve: The FBI says the suspect wrote it on his pay stub. An FBI affidavit said the man walked into a Fifth Third Bank on Friday and handed a teller a note that read "Be Quick Be Quit (sic). Give your cash or I'll shoot."

The robber got about $400 but left half of his note. Investigators found the other half outside the bank's front doors. Authorities say that part of the man's October pay stub had his name and address.

The suspect was arrested at his Cary home. A judge ordered him held without bond Monday. If convicted of bank robbery, he faces 20 years in prison.

Crimeline

Here is some information on Crimeline..... Dave
How Can I Give a Tip?
If you have any information about a felony crime that has been committed…..

• Call CrimeLine at 1-800-423-TIPS (8477)
• Your information will be taken in strictest confidence. Your identity will be protected and you will never have to give your name.
• You will be given a code number. Your tip code number should be kept private and NOT shared with anyone.
• If you have more information on your tip call CrimeLine back, giving your confidential tip code number.
• If you would like to check the status of your tip call CrimeLine Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm, giving your confidential tip code number.
• Tips that lead to the felony arrest of suspects and/or the recovery of stolen property and drugs are eligible for cash rewards of up to $1,000, which are paid to tipsters on an anonymous basis.
• All tips eligible for a reward are paid to Tipsters using an anonymous process

IDENTITY THEFT

Here is some information on Identity Theft...... Dave


Tips to Help You Avoid Identity Theft:
Do not throw away ATM receipts, credit statements, credit cards, or bank statements without first shredding them.
Never give out personal information online simply because someone asks for it.
Never give your credit card number over the telephone unless you initiated the call.
Reconcile your bank account monthly and notify your bank of discrepancies immediately.
Keep a list of telephone numbers to call to report the loss or theft of your wallet, credit cards, etc.
Report unauthorized financial transactions to your bank, credit card company, and the police as soon as you detect them.
Review a copy of your credit report at least once each year. Notify the credit bureau in writing of any questionable entries and follow through until they are explained or removed.
If your identity has been assumed, ask the credit bureau to print a statement to that effect in your credit report.
If you know of anyone who receives mail from credit card companies or banks in the names of others, report it to local or federal law enforcement authorities.

Crime Stats

Hello, here is the up to date cime stats for our area, be safe.... Dave
Crime Case Number Address Date
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090066139 345 W ELLA J GILMORE ST 07/12/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090065513 1592 MAJESTIC OAK DR 07/10/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090065713 1224 S CENTRAL AV 07/10/2009
COMMERCIAL ROBBERY 090064044 347 N THOMPSON RD 07/06/2009
STOLEN VEHICLE 090064380 15 E G H WASHINGTON ST 07/06/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090064797 10 W 17TH ST 07/06/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090065892 1224 PLEASANTVIEW DR 07/02/2009
ARMED TO PERSON 090063087 813 E OAK ST 07/02/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090062540 900 VOTAW RD 06/30/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090064073 1135 BILTSDALE CT 06/30/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090061780 143 E 15TH ST 06/29/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090061687 2591 W ORANGE BLOSSOM TL 06/28/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090062099 2128 ORCHARD DR 06/26/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090060821 823 MASON AV 06/26/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090060916 1409 CLARCONA RD 06/26/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090404074 2305 PARK VILLAGE PL 06/25/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090061484 3000 CLARCONA RD 06/25/2009
AUTO BURGLARY 090060323 228 E 11TH ST 06/24/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090060352 3334 MCQUEEN RD 06/24/2009
STOLEN VEHICLE 090060419 2204 PALM VISTA DR 06/24/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090059755 2223 ADAMS RIDGE RD 06/23/2009
COMMERCIAL BURGLARY 090062148 505 E MC CORMICK RD 06/21/2009
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090059232 215 S ULYSSES DR 06/20/2009

BOLO Bent Oak Look Out

I recieved this from one of our block captains, please be on guard..... thank you.... Dave

Dave,
A neighbor just called me.She was jogging in the neighborhood when a car drove past her. She didn't think much about, but it passed her a second time a little slower. On the 3rd time, he really slowed down so she managed to go to a neighbor and he drove her home. It was a Caucasian male with curly hair. He was smoking. The car was a late model perhaps a civic or similar,light gray or creamy white. This happened today at 4:30.

"Free" alarm systems

Watch out for a young man that is going around talking about putting in "free" security systems. As most of you, know you do not get anything for free, the system is free, but the monitoring is quite expensive. Is what is being done is they are dropping names saying that that person is very interested in getting the system and that person is very happy with it. One of our neighbors did a lot of research on the company's and ended up backing out of it completely. There is one company that puts the system in, then you sign a five year contract with the second company, and that's the one that will get you, so please be on the guard for them, thank you.... Dave

Crime Stats

Hi, here are the crime stats.... be safe... Dave
Crime Case Number Address IncDate
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090053010 1529 GAYLE RIDGE DR 2009/06/02
ARMED TO PERSON 090051818 E 10TH ST 2009/06/01
STOLEN VEHICLE 090051854 911 OASIS CT 2009/05/31
AUTO BURGLARY 090051331 3000 CLARCONA RD 2009/05/29
AUTO BURGLARY 090052620 2423 CAROL WOODS WY 2009/05/28
AUTO BURGLARY 090050125 1607 S HAWTHORNE AV 2009/05/26
COMMERCIAL BURGLARY 090049886 3535 DAMON RD 2009/05/26
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090049536 1654 RED BIRD LN 2009/05/25
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090049467 808 ROLLING GREEN DR 2009/05/24
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090051688 1103 E SEMORAN BV 2009/05/24
STOLEN VEHICLE 090049028 1207 S HAWTHORNE AV 2009/05/23
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090048769 3000 CLARCONA RD 2009/05/22
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090048779 3000 CLARCONA RD 2009/05/22
AUTO BURGLARY 090049172 2690 LAKEVILLE RD 2009/05/21
STOLEN VEHICLE 090048299 145 E 15TH ST 2009/05/20
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090048137 1365 PINE ST 2009/05/20
STOLEN VEHICLE 090048442 3000 CLARCONA RD 2009/05/20
AUTO BURGLARY 090048515 3000 CLARCONA RD 2009/05/19
COMMERCIAL BURGLARY 090047907 454 W MAIN ST 2009/05/19
AUTO BURGLARY 090048012 3000 CLARCONA RD 2009/05/19
AUTO BURGLARY 090048009 3000 CLARCONA RD 2009/05/19
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090047769 129 PROSPER DR 2009/05/19
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090047408 1529 FAIRCLOTH CT 2009/05/18
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090047526 1445 HILLWAY RD 2009/05/18
AUTO BURGLARY 090047287 1365 E SEMORAN BV 2009/05/18
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090049114 423 AURAL LN 2009/05/17
ARMED TO PERSON 090046585 E CLEVELAND ST 2009/05/15
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090046132 2020 ORCHARD DR 2009/05/14
AUTO BURGLARY 090047497 1365 E SEMORAN BV 2009/05/14
AUTO BURGLARY 090046011 1938 S LAKE PLEASANT RD 2009/05/14
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090045853 2110 ORCHARD DR 2009/05/13
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090045617 1521 OLD APOPKA RD 2009/05/13
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090045486 1650 IMPERIAL PALM DR 2009/05/12
AUTO BURGLARY 090045675 15 E CLEVELAND ST 2009/05/12
AUTO BURGLARY 090050338 1103 LISA LN 2009/05/11
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090044828 224 N LAKE PLEASANT RD 2009/05/11
STRONG ARM TO PERSON 090044968 1322 S WASHINGTON AV 2009/05/10
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090044572 426 OCEAN AV 2009/05/09
STOLEN VEHICLE 090044334 S CENTRAL AV 2009/05/09
AUTO BURGLARY 090043926 1319 YVONNE ST 2009/05/08
ARMED TO PERSON 090043563 1410 S CENTRAL AV 2009/05/07
AUTO BURGLARY 090046595 1365 E SEMORAN BV 2009/05/07
AUTO BURGLARY 090046596 1365 E SEMORAN BV 2009/05/07
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090043834 2110 ORCHARD DR 2009/05/06
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090042901 8105 GILLIAM RD 2009/05/05
AUTO BURGLARY 090042985 806 MASON AV 2009/05/05
STOLEN VEHICLE 090042357 1918 DEANNA DR 2009/05/04

New Scam, this time it is in the E-Mails

Just pulled this out of the OCSO web site....

Cyber-Security Tips


IRS Phishing Email



This one references the IRS stimulus checks that you may have received last year. The email tries to get a user to click on the link because ‘you didn’t get all of the money you were entitled to’ on the last round of checks. (I’ve pasted a copy of the email below and removed the link so no one can ‘accidentally’ click on it) J The spelling and grammar are very good on this one (usually, bad spelling/grammar are a dead give way with these type emails) but when I dug deeper into the ‘www4irs.gov’ link, it actually went to a computer in Sweden. So unless the IRS has a field office in Vasteras, Sweden; I’m betting it is malicious.

I attempted to visit the site via a ‘hardened’ computer that I keep around just for these occasions and found that the website is currently down. Many times this is the case because a hacker will compromise a computer, set a fake site up, it gets discovered pretty quickly and then the site is shut down. The hackers will then just compromise another computer and repeat the process again. They are attempting to collect personal or account information so it doesn’t take too many successful hits for them to reap a profit.

Anyway, this is just a heads up if you see one of these in your email boxes. As always, as long as you don’t click the links or open any of the attachments that may be included, you’ll be fine.

With all of the Rain

Today while I went for a short drive I noticed that there were several sprinklers going, even with all of the rain. I don't know if anybody from Orange County would send out a ticket or a warning on using the sprinklers or not. I just want to let everybody know that even with all of the rain we have been getting we are still in bad shape with our water supply, so please check your sprinklers so you do not get the notice, this is just a friendly reminder..... thank you, Dave

Crime Stats for April 2009

Crime Case Number Address Inc Date
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090042635 3000 CLARCONA RD 2009/05/01
STRONG ARM TO PERSON 090041274 E 15TH ST 2009/04/30
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090040916 1623 SUNSET VIEW CI 2009/04/29
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090040306 1647 SUNSET VIEW CI 2009/04/27
STOLEN VEHICLE 090040119 1551 FOXDEN RD 2009/04/26
AUTO BURGLARY 090039494 2209 ORCHARD DR 2009/04/25
AUTO BURGLARY 090039495 2209 ORCHARD DR 2009/04/25
AUTO BURGLARY 090039993 712 JEFFCOAT ST 2009/04/25
AUTO BURGLARY 090040140 1511 ABIGAIL DR 2009/04/24
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090038883 6 PATMORE ASH WY 2009/04/23
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090038825 46 W 13TH ST 2009/04/23
AUTO BURGLARY 090038293 617 HERB HUDSON CT 2009/04/21
STOLEN VEHICLE 090037971 553 MARDEN MEADOWS DR 2009/04/20
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090037505 3000 CLARCONA RD 2009/04/19
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090037502 3000 CLARCONA RD 2009/04/19
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090038354 213 E 15TH ST 2009/04/19
AUTO BURGLARY 090037081 513 E MC CORMICK RD 2009/04/18
AUTO BURGLARY 090037082 513 E MC CORMICK RD 2009/04/18
AUTO BURGLARY 090037199 1568 SUNSET VIEW CI 2009/04/18
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090037094 12 W 17TH ST 2009/04/18
AUTO BURGLARY 090037083 513 E MC CORMICK RD 2009/04/18
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090037070 1302 S CENTRAL AV 2009/04/17
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090036812 717 CHEETAH TL 2009/04/17
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090036384 1718 GAYLE RIDGE DR 2009/04/16
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090036498 236 W 17TH ST 2009/04/16
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090036548 2128 ORCHARD DR 2009/04/15
STOLEN VEHICLE 090036743 5 S AURORA DR 2009/04/15
ARMED TO PERSON 090035704 E 11TH ST 2009/04/14
STOLEN VEHICLE 090034824 36 E 13TH ST 2009/04/11
ARMED TO PERSON 090034607 148 E 12TH ST 2009/04/10
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090034384 7317 COUNTRY VIEW TR 2009/04/10
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090035333 240 MAINE AV 2009/04/10
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090034373 1463 S HAWTHORNE AV 2009/04/09
AUTO BURGLARY 090032725 W 17TH ST 2009/04/04
STOLEN VEHICLE 090032395 3000 CLARCONA RD 2009/04/03
STOLEN VEHICLE 090032197 3000 CLARCONA RD 2009/04/02
AUTO BURGLARY 090031859 1724 IMPERIAL PALM DR 2009/04/01

BOLO, New Scam

This BOLO,(Bent Oak Look Out) is a new scam that is around, please be on guard... Dave

Fake security guy
running scam
Last Edited: Wednesday, 29 Apr 2009, 5:22 PM EDT
Created On: Wednesday, 29 Apr 2009, 4:56 PM EDT

By SHAY HARRIS | FOX 35 News
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. (WOFL FOX 35) - A bogus security guy is knocking on doors trying to rip people off saying he's with ADT but he's not.

For fifteen years Jeff Saeli has lived in the Waterford Chase community. He says it’s a nice neighborhood; but, not immune to crime. So he wasn’t surprised when a con-man came calling this week. “He came around right at the time we were sit down for dinner, he knocked on the door. He mentioned to me that he was here because of increased crime in the area and that ADT had sent them out and to write a service for us.”

Saeli says the stranger wore an ADT security uniform and went door to door pretending to make a sales and upgrades. “First of all there shouldn’t be any solicitation in this neighborhood I believe it’s on one of the signs on the subdivision; I don’t usually talk to people who come to the door.”

Saeli was not sure whether the man was able to convince anyone to give him money or access to their homes; but, the man didn’t get past his front door. “I’m suspicious of anyone coming to the door anyhow and I don’t like people coming to the door anyhow and I don’t let people in the house and I don’t previously set up so I told him I wasn’t interested, he was little insistent I told him no thank you he went on his way.”

FOX 35 has calls into the Orange County Sheriff's Office to find out what they're doing about the bogus security workers. Meanwhile, an ADT spokesperson says the company would never send someone to your home on a cold-call without making an appointment.

NEW E-MAIL VIRUS

Hi Just got this from AARP.... Dave

E-mails promising Viagra discounts or dates with Russian models used to be the preferred way to get personal financial information from recipients. Now hackers have devised an ingenious way to unleash an identity-stealing computer virus from about the last place you’d expect an online attack: a parking lot.

Scammers place phony parking tickets on cars, which direct their owners to an “official” website that claims to have photos of the alleged violation. Once they go to the website, victims inadvertently download a nasty virus that can quickly cost them plenty.

Several drivers in Grand Forks, N.D., found tickets on cars they had parked at a shopping mall, hospital, grocery store or college campus. Some went to the designated website—and their computers were compromised.

“This very clever ploy bridges the [real] world with the virtual world, and I fear we’ll be seeing more of these types of attacks in the future,” says Lenny Zeltser, a computer security expert who uncovered the scam after a former student who lives in Grand Forks told him about a phony parking ticket.

After analyzing the virus website, Zeltser found that its potential dangers include:

Tricking you into buying fake antivirus software. The website instructs you to install a program to see photos of your car. The program then produces a message that announces your computer has a virus, and you’re offered worthless “repair” software for $50 or more.
Capturing user keystrokes to reveal your online passwords and account numbers. “If you do online banking,” Zeltser says, “this allows scammers access to your accounts, and they can remotely wire money from them.”
Enslaving the infected computer as a “bot” that can be used remotely to disseminate spam and gain access to other websites you visit. “You may never know your computer has become a bot, except that it might be slow or acting sluggishly,” Zeltser says.
Thus far, the parking ticket ploy has reportedly occurred only in Grand Forks, but Zeltser believes the scam will spread. Unlike other malware attacks, it doesn’t depend on you to open a corrupted e-mail sent by a stranger. Instead, it provides bait to lead you right to the virus, a gambit that he says “can be very lucrative for hackers.” How can you protect yourself?

Avoid unfamiliar websites. “Don’t visit a strange website simply because you get an e-mail or letter telling you to,” Zeltser says. “And if you do, never download or install new programs there unless you are sure you can trust the source.”
Be wary of dot-com cons. One giveaway on the parking ticket website: It ended in “.com.” Online addresses of most police and other official agencies end in “.gov.”
Consider a “security suite.” These newer protection programs—from McAfee and Norton—cost about $20 more than traditional antivirus and antispyware software, which may not find such malicious programs.
To learn more about online security, visit www.staysafeonline.org or www.onguardonline.gov. Report suspicious e-mails or websites to www.ic3.gov, and identity theft attempts to www.ftccomplaintassistant.gov.

Up To Date Crime Stats

Crime Case Number Address IncDate
STOLEN VEHICLE 090032395 3000 CLARCONA RD 2009/04/03
STOLEN VEHICLE 090032197 3000 CLARCONA RD 2009/04/02
AUTO BURGLARY 090031859 1724 IMPERIAL PALM DR 2009/04/01
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090031164 42 W 13TH ST 2009/03/31
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090030887 1555 STEFAN COLE LN 2009/03/30
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090030289 1367 ORANGE ST 2009/03/28
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090030174 51 W 12TH ST 2009/03/27
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090029918 2462 CIMMARON ASH WY 2009/03/27
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090029088 50 W 13TH ST 2009/03/25
STOLEN VEHICLE 090028662 1922 HAPERON ST 2009/03/24
STRONG ARM TO PERSON 090027964 1812 PEGASUS DR 2009/03/21
COMMERCIAL BURGLARY 090028417 2 W 18TH ST 2009/03/20
COMMERCIAL BURGLARY 090028319 2601 LAKEVILLE RD 2009/03/20
AUTO BURGLARY 090029885 537 W ELLA J GILMORE ST 2009/03/20
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090032739 1030 E SANDPIPER ST 2009/03/19
HOME INVASION 090027297 1956 CLARCONA RD 2009/03/19
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090027416 710 SWAYING PALM DR 2009/03/19
AUTO BURGLARY 090026719 1327 PEACH ST 2009/03/17
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090025090 113 W 17TH ST 2009/03/13
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090025054 527 ROGER WILLIAMS RD 2009/03/12
AUTO BURGLARY 090024540 2110 S AURORA DR 2009/03/12

CONFLICKER WORM INFO

Here is some information on the new worm called CONFLICKER..... Dave


Personal computers and laptops already infected with Conficker could automatically be linked to the servers operated by the hackers.
By Mc Nelly Torres | South Florida Sun-sentinel
9:35 PM EDT, March 30, 2009
Cyber security experts are warning that a new variation of Conficker, a fast-spreading computer worm also known as Downadup, could attack millions of computers on Wednesday -- April Fool's Day.

Personal computers and laptops already infected with Conficker could automatically be linked to the servers operated by the hackers.

Esteban O. Farao, a consultant with Enterprise Risk Management, a Miami security consulting company, said the worm is not destroying files or stealing data, but it has the capability to do so.

"The main concern about this worm is that it is capable of downloading additional code from the hacker's Web site or through a peer-to-peer connection," Farao said. "Consequently it can bring more functionalities or receive instructions."
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Experts say it's unknown whether the worm will cause havoc or merely turn out to be an April's Fool prank. But people can protect their computers by using security software.

Howard Schmidt, a former White House cyber security adviser, said computer users need to download an application of Microsoft software to detect and disable the worm. http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=AD724AE0-E72D-4F54-9AB3-75B8EB148356&displaylang=en

Experts also advise keeping your security applications and operating systems updated.
"The most interesting thing about this worm is that every time someone finds out a way to get rid of the worm, it reinvents itself with more rigor and better technology," Schmidt said.

Authorities have not identified the culprits behind the worm or their intentions. Microsoft has offered a $250,000 reward to bring the Conficker creator to justice.

The Conficker worm, which has infected 10 million computers outside the United States, is a program that exploits weaknesses in Microsoft's Windows operating system including Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows Server 2003 and Windows Server 2008.

The worm surfaced last November in computers on weak networks such as those in coffee shops, airport or offices. The second variation can spread via shared networks, including removable drives such as USB devices.

This worm also blocks infected systems from downloading new security software or receiving updates for security software. After attacking, it connects to a server where it receives instructions to propagate and gather personal information. Conficker creates a back door in the system where the worm can download and install additional programs.

Albert Whale, owner of ABS Computer Technology Inc., a Pittsburgh company that offers computer consulting services, said experts think the hackers are making money by getting information to send spam or attack people they don't like.

"Hackers spend 24 hours a day perfecting their craft," Whale said. "People don't even spend an hour a week securing their computers."

Staff researcher Barbara Hijek contributed to this report.

From OCSO on a class

I just got this from the Sheriffs Office
Please send out to all your Neighborhood Watch (NW) contacts...
Subject: Personal Safety Class
Good Morning All,
I will be giving a two hour senior personal safety class to any seniors that wish to come. The class will include the following; what information should they carry on them, purse no purse, if approached in a parking lot what should they do, what they need to pay attention to when in the community, identity theft, scams. This is free to them but I need an R.S.V.P. from all participating. Please pass along my phone number.
Location: Orange County Sheriff’s Office; 2500 West Colonial Drive.
When: Wednesday, April 8
Time: 9:30 – 11:30
Cost: Free
For: All Seniors
I would really appreciate any help that I could receive on getting this out into the community. In advance thank you for all your time.
Laura Lang
Community Relations Specialist
Senior Programs
Florida Elder Crime Prevention Practitioner
Senior Academy and Triad Coordinator
407-254-7375

History of Orange County Sheriffs Office

The first sheriff of Orange County dates from the earliest days of Florida's statehood in 1845. On January 31, 1845, the area known as Mosquito County in Territorial Florida was renamed Orange County, a name reflective of the spreading blanket of orange groves throughout the region. Less than six weeks later, on March 3, 1845, Florida's status as a territory was changed to that of statehood. The first statewide election was conducted on May 26, 1845. William Henry Williams was elected to serve as Orange County's first sheriff.

Since 1845, numerous prominent individuals have held the position of the Orange County Sheriff, including David William Mizell. Mizell was the first and only sheriff killed in the line of duty. There have been numerous theories and tales regarding the story which lead to his demise, ranging from the local tradition of the 'Barber-Mizell feud' to Reconstruction politics to a lawman simply attempting to do his additional duty of levying fines and collecting taxes.

Much has changed within the Orange County Sheriff's Office since the first sheriff was elected more than a hundred and fifty years ago. Every sheriff elected since then has strived to improve the agency. Today the Orange County Sheriff's Office has a budget of over 140 million dollars and over 2,400 employees. Sheriff Jerry L. Demings was elected Sheriff of Orange County in November of 2008 and was sworn into office in January, 2009.

Sheriff's Office personnel are involved with providing direction and role models for the county's young people through the D.A.R.E, School Resource, Police Athletic League, and after school and summer B.A.D.G.E. programs. The agency also has programs for the elderly, the disadvantaged, and all community members through Community Policing outreach programs such as Victims of Crime Assistance League(VOCAL), and the Senior and Civilian Police Academy. Additionally, members of the agency and numerous citizens are assisted through the Sheriff's Chaplain Program, one of the largest in the nation, composed of all-volunteer ministers.

In recent years the agency has improved its computer, communications and records management systems. Mobile data terminals have been installed in patrol vehicles as well as the use of automatic vehicle locator system to ensure rapid response to citizen's calls for service. New .45 caliber semi-automatic weapons were issued to all deputies, replacing their 9mm, and new facilities were built in order to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of the agency. Many functions, such as criminal investigation, were consolidated and moved to the new facilities. In addition, enhanced training for all members of the agency was implemented. Thanks to all sworn and civilian personnel, including volunteers, the Orange County Sheriff's Office became the first Nationally and State certified Law Enforcement Agency in Orange County.

New Crime Stats for our Area

None this month, way to go Bent Oak, lets keep up the GOOD WORK!!!!! Dave

RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090025054 527 ROGER WILLIAMS RD 2009/03/12
AUTO BURGLARY 090024540 2110 S AURORA DR 2009/03/12
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090023239 147 E 15TH ST 2009/03/08
STOLEN VEHICLE 090023199 19 E HAMMON DR 2009/03/07
STOLEN VEHICLE 090022919 1317 S ORANGE BLOSSOM TL 2009/03/06
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090022541 135 E 15TH ST 2009/03/06
AUTO BURGLARY 090401460 1406 BROWN DEER CT 2009/03/05
COMMERCIAL BURGLARY 090022540 145 E SANDPIPER ST 2009/03/05
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090022258 101 PROSPER DR 2009/03/05
STOLEN VEHICLE 090025056 1601 S WASHINGTON AV 2009/03/03
AUTO BURGLARY 090021793 1632 WEKIVA CROSSING BV 2009/03/03
AUTO BURGLARY 090021467 1503 GOLDEN PINE CT 2009/03/02
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090021054 2600 MCQUEEN RD 2009/03/01
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090021038 1321 ROSSMAN DR 2009/03/01
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090020787 2633 ORCHARD DR 2009/02/27
COMMERCIAL ROBBERY 090019992 1220 E SEMORAN BV 2009/02/26
COMMERCIAL BURGLARY 090018773 454 W MAIN ST 2009/02/23
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090019286 1517 GAYLE RIDGE DR 2009/02/23
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090025674 1249 FOXFIRE DR 2009/02/23

New Phone Scam

I got this out of the paper, thought it was interesting..... Dave

Polk sheriff: Phone scam targets grandparents
The sheriff of Polk County issued a warning this week about a telephone scam targeting people with college-age grandchildren.

At least two people have lost thousands in the scam, according to a news release from Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd.

"When the victim answers the phone, the person on the other line says, 'Grandma?' (or 'Grandpa?') in hopes that the victim may at that point say the name of one of their grandchildren in response,'' the news release says.

"Then the suspect says, 'Yes, it's me' and uses the name just given to him. The suspect then portrays himself as that person's grandchild, saying he needs money for an emergency."
Recently, someone posing as someone's grandson duped the grandparent into wiring $3,500 to supposedly repair a car that was damaged while he was in Canada.

Then, that same victim got another call from a man who said he was a Niagara Falls police officer. "This man told her that she needed to wire an additional $4,200 to pay for repairs to property that her grandson had damaged during his car crash. The victim complied,'' the news release said.

Crime Stats for our area

Crime Case Number Address IncDate
COMMERCIAL BURGLARY 090018773 454 W MAIN ST 2009/02/23
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090019286 1517 GAYLE RIDGE DR 2009/02/23
AUTO BURGLARY 090018340 1424 LAKECREST DR 2009/02/20
COMMERCIAL BURGLARY 090018342 1422 E SEMORAN BV 2009/02/20
COMMERCIAL BURGLARY 090018343 1420 E SEMORAN BV 2009/02/20
STOLEN VEHICLE 090018659 2152 OLD DIXIE HY 2009/02/20
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090017245 140 W 19TH ST 2009/02/14
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090015903 3000 CLARCONA RD 2009/02/13
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090016059 535 ROGER WILLIAMS RD 2009/02/13
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090015041 115 S AURORA DR 2009/02/11
STOLEN VEHICLE 090014669 1300 WADE RD 2009/02/10
STOLEN VEHICLE 090014673 3000 CLARCONA RD 2009/02/10
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090013839 326 ROLFE DR 2009/02/09
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090014034 120 S APOLLO DR 2009/02/09
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090013559 78 N THOMPSON RD 2009/02/07
AUTO BURGLARY 090013315 12 E ELLA J GILMORE ST 2009/02/06
STRONG ARM TO PERSON 090012997 29 W 17TH ST 2009/02/06
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090012349 8113 GILLIAM RD 2009/02/04
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090012403 348 E 13TH ST 2009/02/04
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090012591 3000 CLARCONA RD 2009/02/04
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090011578 2446 CAROL WOODS WY 2009/02/02
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090011588 133 SUMMIT ASH WY 2009/02/02
COMMERCIAL BURGLARY 090011480 1317 E SEMORAN BV 2009/02/01

What is Phishing?

Here is some information on Phishing..... Dave

Phishing is an email scam in which the criminal sends out legitimate-looking email in an attempt to gather personally identifiable information from recipients. The message appears to come from a well-known, legitimate website, such as PayPal or Bank of America, and will state that there is something wrong with the recipient's account information. The email will provide a link for the recipient to click on which takes the recipient to a counterfeit website made to look exactly like the legitimate one. The recipient is then asked to enter personally identifiable information. For more detailed information on phishing scams, please refer to our Phishing page on SecureFlorida.org. You can report phishing emails to the Anti-Phishing Working Group. If you are the victim of a phishing scam, please follow the steps outlined by the Anti-Phishing Working

Bent Oak Look Out (BOLO)

Just in Please send out to all your Neighborhood Watch contacts...

“WANTED PERSONS”
Attempted Kidnapping

Descriptions:

Suspect 1: B/M mid-late 20’s 5’8”- 5’10” lean build
short hair, mustache

Last Seen Wearing:

Black T-Shirt
Suspect 2: B/M with dreads
large build

Suspect 3: B/M (N.O.I)




Vehicle Description:

Older Model Convertible
Dark Colored-w/ a Tan or Brown top.
Possibly a 2 door
Red Object hanging from rearview mirror








ANYONE WITH INFORMATION CONCERNING THIS BULLETIN PLEASE CONTACT CRIMELINE AT 407-423-TIPS

Flower Delivery, be careful!!!!!!

On February 10, 2009 at approximately 1018 hours a black male suspect, holding flowers, knocked on the front door of a residence in the Providence Subdivision, implying there was a flower delivery. Once the door was opened, the suspect displayed a handgun and forced his way into the home followed by a black female suspect. The suspects tied the victims, demanded money and jewelry then ransacked the house.

Suspect: Black Male, approximately 40 yeas of age, short hair and medium build
Black Female, approximately 30-40 years of age

Vehicle: Thought to be a cream Ford Expedition with dark tint and chrome rims.

Please be advised, individuals may attempt to use similar methods to approach victims or gain entrance to area homes.

Good Hints to be safe

Crime Alert

Vehicle Safety TipsSome basic information to help keep you safe while you are out in your car....


· Drive Safely and obey all traffic laws... don't attract attention to yourself by driving aggressively or in a manner that would make you stand out in a crowd.

· Be alert to what is going on around you at all times... be aware of your surroundings and be cognizant of suspicious vehicles and people, especially when you are stopped at a traffic light. Take note of your surroundings as you pull into a parking space which should always be in a well lit and busy area.

· Plan your route... try to stay on main thoroughfares and roadways and, whenever possible, let family members know your plans and expected arrival times.

· Try not to travel alone and avoid trouble spots... there's safety in numbers and some areas of town are more prone to criminal activity than others, especially late at night or during the early morning hours.

· Keep your doors locked and windows closed... good advice at home and when you are on the road.

· Do not allow yourself to be involved in Road Rage... Sadly, we live in a time when more and more people are prone to violence, often over seemingly trivial matters. If you have angered someone on the highway don't escalate the situation by "trying to prove a point." Avoid making eye contact, the use of "sign language," or any form of communication with a motorists who appears to be upset with you.

· Carry a cell phone... if you find yourself in an emergency situation you can immediately call for assistance.

· Do not drive and talk on the cell phone... they're great for in-car emergencies but chatting on them while you are driving will greatly increase your chances of becoming involved in an a highway incident or worse, an accident.

· Be careful at stoplights and on the expressway ramps... Carjackers often will stage an accident by bumping into the back of a car in order to get the driver to pull over. When the victim gets out to look for damage the carjackers will rob them or even steal their victim's car.

· If you are bumped from behind... and it seems suspicious, motion to the driver to follow you. Turn on your emergency flashers and continue at a slow but steady pace to the nearest gas station, police station or well-lit, populated area. Then immediately call the police.

Crime in our area

Crime Case Number Address IncDate
AUTO BURGLARY 090007312 555 N WEKIWA SPRINGS RD 2009/01/21
STOLEN VEHICLE 090007507 24 W 10TH ST 2009/01/21
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090006685 1692 LUCY TERRY AV 2009/01/19
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090006624 1831 DEANNA DR 2009/01/18
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090007886 103 E 15TH ST 2009/01/17
STOLEN VEHICLE 090006270 42 E CLEVELAND ST 2009/01/17
STOLEN VEHICLE 090005222 1212 LA GORCE DR 2009/01/15
AUTO BURGLARY 090004864 21 W 13TH ST 2009/01/14
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090005011 591 HEATHER BRITE CI 2009/01/14
STOLEN VEHICLE 090005103 1405 PAULA DR 2009/01/14
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090004515 493 N THOMPSON RD 2009/01/13
AUTO BURGLARY 090003657 E MC CORMICK RD 2009/01/11
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090003653 169 E 18TH ST 2009/01/11
AUTO BURGLARY 090003346 E MC CORMICK RD 2009/01/10
COMMERCIAL BURGLARY 090003677 1512 E SEMORAN BV 2009/01/10
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090002674 310 S THOMPSON RD 2009/01/08
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090002214 1324 VOTAW RD 2009/01/07
AUTO BURGLARY 090001809 E 15TH ST 2009/01/06
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090002250 1735 GAYLE RIDGE DR 2009/01/06
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090001417 431 E 13TH ST 2009/01/05
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090001450 1476 OLD APOPKA RD 2009/01/05
AUTO BURGLARY 090002035 303 E 13TH ST 2009/01/04
AUTO BURGLARY 090000153 E MC CORMICK RD 2009/01/01
AUTO BURGLARY 090000374 1232 LAKECREST DR 2009/01/01
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 090000201 3000 CLARCONA RD 2009/01/01