Sunday, September 9, 2007
Gangs, and are they around us
Yes it is true, there are gangs that are around Bent Oak. Do you remember the paintings on the fence, well that was done as part of a gang. If you have any questions here is a web site that will answere some of your questions on gangs and what to look for. http://www.ocso.com/SearchResults/tabid/37/Default.aspx?Search=gangs Have a safe day..... Dave S.
Wednesday, August 29, 2007
What did that person look like?
HOW TO DESCRIBE A SUSPECT
An accurate description of the suspect and vehicle involved in any crime is
important in the apprehension of the criminal. Try to notice and remember the
following characteristics of a suspect, write them down if possible, and give this
information to the 9-1-1 operator when calling law enforcement to report the
crime:
Suspect
.. Sex
.. Race
.. Age
.. Height (Estimate in 2 inch blocks. Example: About
5’8” and use your own height or surroundings on
which to base your estimate.)
.. Weight (Estimate in blocks of ten pounds. Example:
130 to 140 pounds)
.. Build (Describe the frame and body type. Example:
large, medium, or small frame, heavy, slim, stocky,
obese, frail.)
.. Hair (color; texture – thick, thin, balding, fine, course;
style – straight, wavy, curly, frizzy); style it is worn, length. Do not
forget facial hair (mustache, beard, sideburns)
.. Clothing (Start at the top and work down – hat to shoes, noting the
color, types, brands, prints and logos.)
.. Characteristics (These include any and all distinguishing marks, scars,
tattoos, speech patterns, jewelry, eyeglasses, etc.)
.. Direction and mode of travel (In what direction, or towards what area
and, if on foot, bicycle, car, etc.)
An accurate description of the suspect and vehicle involved in any crime is
important in the apprehension of the criminal. Try to notice and remember the
following characteristics of a suspect, write them down if possible, and give this
information to the 9-1-1 operator when calling law enforcement to report the
crime:
Suspect
.. Sex
.. Race
.. Age
.. Height (Estimate in 2 inch blocks. Example: About
5’8” and use your own height or surroundings on
which to base your estimate.)
.. Weight (Estimate in blocks of ten pounds. Example:
130 to 140 pounds)
.. Build (Describe the frame and body type. Example:
large, medium, or small frame, heavy, slim, stocky,
obese, frail.)
.. Hair (color; texture – thick, thin, balding, fine, course;
style – straight, wavy, curly, frizzy); style it is worn, length. Do not
forget facial hair (mustache, beard, sideburns)
.. Clothing (Start at the top and work down – hat to shoes, noting the
color, types, brands, prints and logos.)
.. Characteristics (These include any and all distinguishing marks, scars,
tattoos, speech patterns, jewelry, eyeglasses, etc.)
.. Direction and mode of travel (In what direction, or towards what area
and, if on foot, bicycle, car, etc.)
Saturday, August 18, 2007
School Begins
Can you believe it, school starts already. As most of you have noticed the No Parking signs at the main entrance of Bent Oak. We have a problem with that corner and we contacted the county about putting up the signs there, we feel they are in the wrong place and have recontacted them on getting them moved. Where the problem comes is when people drop off their children at Clay Springs and park at that corner, it causes quite a problem, especially for the safety of the children, not counting all of the cars that go in and out that entrance.
Speed is another concern here in Bent Oak, so please keep your speed down, and lets keep Bent Oak a safe place to live...... Dave
Speed is another concern here in Bent Oak, so please keep your speed down, and lets keep Bent Oak a safe place to live...... Dave
Sunday, August 5, 2007
Crime Stats for Our Sector 11-D
Please go to this web site if you would like to look at crime stats for our zone, our zone is 11-D. Also on this site you can go to other zones to see what has happened in their areas, I hope this will help. As most of you can see Auto burglary is pretty much top on the list. http://www.ocso.com/CrimePrevention/PropertyCrimesandRobberies/tabid/323/Default.aspx
Auto Burglary PreventionPrevention is what we teach..BY THE NUMBERS(1) It takes 30 seconds!!......for a thief to break into your car and steal your valuables! (2) It takes 30 seconds!!......to put your valuables into your trunk, out of sight! And Lock your car!!Which would you rather do?Remove it & Lock it or Lose it!
Auto Burglary PreventionPrevention is what we teach..BY THE NUMBERS(1) It takes 30 seconds!!......for a thief to break into your car and steal your valuables! (2) It takes 30 seconds!!......to put your valuables into your trunk, out of sight! And Lock your car!!Which would you rather do?Remove it & Lock it or Lose it!
Tuesday, July 31, 2007
Vacation hints
Summer vacation time is fast approaching, and who out there don’t think that you could use a good vacation?
Here is a few pointers that can be done to make your home just a little safer, so when you return it is in the same condition as when you left.
Have your paper stopped, or have a neighbor pick it up as early as possible, just to make sure several papers do not end up in your driveway. This sends a “Red Flag” up saying “no one home”.
Mail is another important “Red Flag”. You can have the mail stopped and started very easy. Or you can have one of your neighbors pick up your mail, after all you could return the favor, and do the same for them.
Pick up a timer for a lamp, or even two of them, that will go on and off at different times in different parts of your home. Put them where they will do the most good.
Give your neighbor some phone numbers where you can be reached, and some phone numbers locally, if possible, just incase your neighbor needs to reach someone in a hurry.
Please tell your neighbor if you will be having anybody come to your home to do anything, and what kind of vehicle they will be driving.
Speaking of vehicles, don’t forget to remove any valuables and LOCK them up. Most of the items that were removed came from an unlocked vehicle.
Now all of this has been done, go on that needed vacation and have a wonderful time, take plenty of pictures. Dave Sukkert Crime watch coordinator
Here is a few pointers that can be done to make your home just a little safer, so when you return it is in the same condition as when you left.
Have your paper stopped, or have a neighbor pick it up as early as possible, just to make sure several papers do not end up in your driveway. This sends a “Red Flag” up saying “no one home”.
Mail is another important “Red Flag”. You can have the mail stopped and started very easy. Or you can have one of your neighbors pick up your mail, after all you could return the favor, and do the same for them.
Pick up a timer for a lamp, or even two of them, that will go on and off at different times in different parts of your home. Put them where they will do the most good.
Give your neighbor some phone numbers where you can be reached, and some phone numbers locally, if possible, just incase your neighbor needs to reach someone in a hurry.
Please tell your neighbor if you will be having anybody come to your home to do anything, and what kind of vehicle they will be driving.
Speaking of vehicles, don’t forget to remove any valuables and LOCK them up. Most of the items that were removed came from an unlocked vehicle.
Now all of this has been done, go on that needed vacation and have a wonderful time, take plenty of pictures. Dave Sukkert Crime watch coordinator
Monday, July 30, 2007
First posting for the Bent Oak Neighborhood Watch blog
This is the first posting for the Bent Oak Neighborhood Watch blog. We hope this site provides important information regarding recent events in our community. This has been designed so comments can be easily added for everyone’s benefit. Please post a comment if you have any questions.
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