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...
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...
Last year, an Arizona man was caught on surveillance video trying to leave the grocery store with a woman’s shopping cart with her infant in the carseat inside. Luckily the woman realized right away and chased him down. Earlier this year, a woman was kidnapped from the parking lot of a grocery store in South...
So many things are different in 2020. One thing that sadly does not to seem to have changed is the porch pirates stealing packages! With online holiday shopping expected to be reach new highs this year (Digital Commerce 360), there will be even more opportunities for these thieves to grab delivered packages right off the...
While wearing masks may be an annoyance for many, for some with ill-intent, hiding their face works in their favor. Criminals would have drawn unwanted attention to themselves with a face covering in the past, but these days, an exposed face is the shocking sight instead. In addition to allowing criminals to hide in plain...
A home burglary will impact you and your family in many ways. A big hit to your pocketbook is one of the most obvious effects. But, lost productivity and emotional effects are also common for victims. It is important to understand the true cost of a home burglary. Stolen Property Your loss of property is...
Whether you are taking a long road trip or just on your daily commute, being on the road presents its own set of dangers. Staying safe on the road means more than just being a defensive driver and steering clear of road rage. Predators and car thieves are just waiting for the right opportunity to...
Recent online posts reveal people waking in the morning to discover thieves have rifled through their cars during the night and taken items. Not surprisingly, replies indicate others on the same street or nearby experienced the same thing on the same night! The common thread almost every time is that the car doors were left...
According to writings from centuries ago, the expression Peeping Tom came from the man who broke the promise not to look when Lady Godiva rode naked through the town. In modern times, the name refers to someone caught spying on others. Typically, they are watching the person in their home or other private area. Also...
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