Neighborhood Watch programs have often served as another line of defense against criminals. HOA members and residents watch out for the community during vulnerable times. After Hurricane Harvey, neighbors who were not flooded patrolled entrances to their neighborhoods to keep looters and others away. While this manpower was great during those times, it is not...
Joe was completely caught off guard on a Tuesday morning to discover the wheels on his SUV stolen. The vehicle was up on blocks in the driveway. Unfortunately, theft of wheels is becoming more common. Groups of criminals band together to get it done quickly under the cover of night. Replacing the wheels is expensive,...
Preventing false alarms on an intrusion or fire system is a key priority for dispatching agencies. Estimates indicate that over 90% of all alarm calls to police are actually false alarms. As a result, police are applying resources to situations unnecessarily and their response times on real alarms are often slower due to the “boy...
Surprisingly, studies have shown that only 25-30% of homes in the US have a security system in place. Many homeowners have older alarms, are not monitored or have just added cameras in key areas. Even those who have a more comprehensive system may still have security system gaps they are not even aware of. With...
As people slowly start thinking about vacations for the first time in over a year, there is more than just the virus threat to consider. Keep in mind these tourist tips for both planning your big trip and staying safe when traveling. Before you Leave Prepare for your trip by doing the following: Research. Most...
As the temperatures go up and school lets out, petty crime also tends to rise. Police often attribute it to bored teenagers looking for something to do who are getting up to “no good.” While it might seem to be in good fun for them, these crimes can cause real damage or even escalate. Parents...
Active shooter situations occurred in Bryan and Austin in recent weeks, as well as the tragedies in Boulder, Atlanta and Indianapolis. Many of the younger Capitol staffers said after the January 6 Capitol breach that they knew what to do because of the active shooter drills they had done all throughout their school years. Many...
When the pandemic led to stay at home orders in the spring of 2020, domestic violence prevention and assistance organizations immediately worried about the effect on victims. Those in abusive situations stuck at home with their abuser would be at more risk than usual. Shelters were adjusting as well to ensure they didn’t become spreaders...
Safe Smoke Detectors With the onset of springtime, you have probably pared down your closet and packed away the winter coats. But be sure you have thought about safety too – have you cleaned your snoke detectors? Those smoke detectors are one of those things that are easy to forget about since you never use...
Burglars are opportunists who look for easy targets. They will strike where they can get in and out without being seen. Homeowners can reduce their risk of being burglarized by making their home a less appealing target. Create a secure perimeter around your home to help protect against burglars, vandals and anyone else who doesn’t...
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