protecting community mailboxes

Protecting Community Mailboxes

Many newer neighborhoods use community mailboxes instead of each home having theirs onsite. Apartment complexes also rely on this setup for mail delivery for their residents. While this makes it easier for the mail carrier to deliver, it also opens up the possibility of theft on a wider scale. A recent video has been circulating...

rideshare safety

Rideshare Safety

Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have transformed how we travel. They’re convenient, often affordable and available at the touch of a button. But as with any form of transportation, safety should always come first. Let’s explore essential tips for rideshare safety. 1. Verify Your Ride Before Stepping In It’s easy to be eager for...

crime prevention

In Our Crime Prevention Era

Since October is Crime Prevention Month, you could say it’s our crime prevention era. Established by the National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC) in 1984, this observance encourages everyone to take proactive measures to reduce crime and create safer neighborhoods. Crime affects all segments of society, and effective prevention requires collective action. Here’s a closer look...

top tips to keep your garage secure

Top Tips to Keep Your Garage Secure

Your home is your sanctuary, and keeping it safe from intruders is a priority. You’ve probably already secured your home’s doors and windows with a quality system. Unfortunately, the garage is often overlooked, making it a potential entry point for burglars. Read on for top tips to keep your garage secure and your family safe....

handle a store robbery while shopping

Handling a Store Robbery While Shopping

An errand to your local Walgreens or dry cleaner should be a peaceful non-event. Unfortunately, there have been instances of robberies in our area during broad daylight, while shoppers are present. Knowing how to stay safe during such an incident can significantly reduce your risk of harm. Here are essential tips for handling a store...

protect yourself from summertime crime

Protect Yourself from Summertime Crime

Do you know how to protect yourself from summertime crime? As temperatures rise and days grow longer, crime rates often spike. This increase in criminal activity, well-documented by criminologists and law enforcement, presents unique challenges each summer. Understanding why crime surges in the heat and how to protect yourself is key to staying safe. Why...

abandoned building where squatter might live

Preventing Squatters at your Property

Did you know there is no criminal law in Texas against squatting? While the process to take over ownership of a property via squatter’s rights is long and cumbersome, the actual act of living in a property that you have no legal claim to is much too easy. State legislators have brought this up as...

avoiding road rage incidents

Road Rage – Let’s All Calm Down

There was yet another headline about a road rage shooting in Houston this week, the 15th one so far this year. That doesn’t even count the number of other road rage incidents that didn’t involve a gun. Even before this last one, law enforcement had revived the 2021 Safe Roads Initiative to help stem the...

amber alerts in texas

Amber Alerts in Texas

There have already been 12 Amber Alerts in Texas this year, and we haven’t even made it through February. This statistic is definitely unnerving and a reminder to teach kids about stranger safety. In the majority of cases, the child is found unharmed, though possibly traumatized. Rapid communication during these emergencies is of utmost importance....

tips to thwart car thieves

Tips to Thwart Car Thieves

More than 50 vehicles are stolen in Houston every single day. You may wonder if there is anything you can do to prevent it. With some simple precautions and awareness, you can significantly reduce the risk of your car being stolen. Check out these easy tips to thwart car thieves. Secure Your Car: This may...

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