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Neighborhood Watch Notice
The link below is to a news clip that shows how keys to some GM vehicles will open other GM vehicles. If you have reports of stuff being stolen from GM vehicles with no visible signs of entry, this may be the cause.
http://www.kutv.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoId=30026@kutv.dayport.com
This video serves as reminder that cars, and valuables left in cars, parked on the street or in your driveway are potential targets for crime. Some very simple reminders will protect your investments: Do not leave valuables or bags/briefcases/purses/backpacks in sight in a car. It can take less than three seconds for someone to smash a window, reach in and pull out a laptop or purse and be gone. Do not leave your car unlocked, even in your driveway or garage. Do not leave your garage door open at night - and even during the day to be safe. If you have landscape lighting, make sure it stays on during dark hours and illuminates properly. Security lighting that is motion activated is a great deterrent and does not impact the quality of life around you - in fact, it will improve it as the threat of light keeps thieves away.
Please keep watch - and keep our City safe!
Neighborhood Watch Tips |
If you are shipping or receiving packages, please be aware of this situation & take precautions. If you are expecting a package, leave a note on your door for it to be placed in a more secure location at your home (out of sight from the street); requiring a signature for delivery; or requesting that a neighbor receive the package on your behalf. If you are shipping a package, do so from an authorized shipping location.
And remember, if you see anyone that appears to be unauthorized removing items from a neighbor’s porch, do not hesitate to call 911 with a vehicle description, including license plate if possible, and suspect information.
Remember, whether you are leaving the house to go shopping or out for the evening, lock your doors and windows and do not leave the drapes open.
If you are leaving town, make sure your home appears occupied. Leave inside and outside lights on timers and have your neighbors pick up newspapers, mail and take flyers off your door. Ask neighbors to park in your driveway. Put a timer on a talk radio station for several hours a day. Home Depot or Lowes carry several varieties of timers for the whole house. Lastly, schedule vacation checks with our Sheriff’s Department at (714) 647-7000.
When you're shopping, use the trunk of your car to keep your packages out of sight. Keep your car locked at all times. Be sure and make several trips to your car to deposit packages in the trunk. Don't allow yourself to become so burdened down with packages that you become a tempting target. When walking through parking lots, be sure that you are aware of your surroundings. Walk with authority. Don't look like a victim!
If you have a garage door opener, do not leave the control openly displayed in your car. Keep the doors leading from your house to your garage locked. Try not to leave your garage door open at any time.
Protect Yourself - Vehicle Burglary is most often a crime of opportunity. Our own carelessness is often causing our vehicles to be broken into as well as stolen; however, you can minimize your chances of being a victim by taking away the opportunity.
Here are some tips to remember:
- LOCK your vehicle and take the keys
- PARK carefully in well lighted areas
- USE anti-theft devices
- CLEAN it out; do not leave anything in it
- UTILIZE your garage to park in, if possible
- MARK it; use an engraver to mark property
- REPORT suspicious activity or persons to the Sheriff’s Department at (714) 647-7000, and for crimes in progress call 9-1-1
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What
is Neighborhood Watch?
Neighborhood Watch
is a crime prevention program which enlists the active participation
of residents in cooperation with law enforcement to reduce crime in
their communities. Neighborhood Watch involves neighbors getting to
know each other and working together in a program of mutual assistance;
residents trained to recognize and report suspicious activities in their
neighborhoods; and the implementation of crime prevention techniques
such as Home Security, Operation Identification, etc.
Essentially it is: Neighbors looking out for each other!
Anyone
Can Participate!
City Residents
-- young or old, single or married, renter or homeowner!
Why Neighborhood Watch?
There can't be a law enforcement officer on
every corner, so citizen involvement is essential to combat crime. By
cooperating with each other and law enforcement, people can help fight
crime in their community the most effective way - before it begins!
What Does a Block Captain Do?
Being a Block Captain takes only a small time commitment. You will be the primary liaison between your neighborhood and the Sheriff's Department.
What Will Be My Primary Responsibilities?
1) If crimes are occurring in the area, the Block Captain is a good contact for the Sheriff's Department to disseminate information to the neighborhood.
2) Block Captain's receive crime related information and crime warning notifications via e-mail to share with neighbors.
3) They keep neighborhood emergency information regarding your neighbors such as needs of disabled residents, emergency contact phone numbers, and e-mail addresses.
4) Help plan and/or participate in law enforcement programs and events.
5) Some Block Captains enjoy a more involved role and oversee block parties, drills, meetings, and welcome new neighbors. They often participate in CERT training and other special events. You can be as active as you want to be!
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For more information
on joining Neighborhood Watch,
Contact Villa Park City Hall.
