[RP TownTalk] Daytime Burglaries

Fri May 7 14:35:45 UTC 2010

Thanks for the reminder Dannielle.

Some of you may recall that we had some burglaries in the spring previously.
In some instances, it was helped by the fact that people accidentally left
doors or windows unlocked. When the weather is nice, people open windows and
forget, or they are home, but in their backyard gardening, and someone slips
in the front. The police will be out on bike patrol more this spring, but
please keep an eye out for your neighbors, and give the police a call if you
see something unusual.

Also, I would caution people to be wary of burglar alarm salespeople going
door to door. They seem to come out every spring too. Please know that such
solicitors have not been granted a license to solicit by the Town, so you
are fully within your right to request that the police come and cite them
for soliciting and get them to suspend their activity. These salespeople
sometimes offer to do free security checks and ask to enter the house. While
the individual *may *be legitimate, the risk is too great that they are not.
I would discourage you from allowing access to your home to anyone.

If you are in the market for a security system, the Police Department can
provide you with guidance on how to select a vendor.

Alice Ewen

On Fri, May 7, 2010 at 7:06 AM, Dannielle Glaros <dmglaros at gmail.com> wrote:

> Friends,
>
> Just in case you do not subscribe,  I want to share this with you.  There
> have also been similar problems this past few weeks in Riverdale Heights,
> College Park, and University Park.  Please report anything suspicious to the
> Police Department and remember anyone selling things at the door needs a
> license with the town.  I spoke with Chief Chambers at the Arts Fest and
> they have not seen any activity in RP, but let's be smart and stay alert.
>
> Take care,
> Dannielle
>
> Dannielle Glaros
> dmglaros at gmail.com
>
>
>
> Begin forwarded message:
>
> *From: *TheNixleTeam at emails.nixle.com
> *Date: *May 6, 2010 2:15:33 PM EDT
> *To: *dmglaros at gmail.com
> *Subject: **Advisory Message: During the daytime of April 28th & 29th the
> City of New Carrollton experienced a large jump in Burglaries *
> *Reply-To: *no-reply at emails.nixle.com
>
> Hi Dannielle Glaros,
>
> Advisory Message has been issued by the New Carrollton Police Department.
>
> Thursday May 6, 2010 2:14 PM EDT
>
> During the daytime of April 28th & 29th the City of New Carrollton
> experienced a large jump in Burglaries
>
> During the daytime hours of April 28th and 29th the City of New Carrollton
> experienced a large jump in the number of Burglaries. Over those two days 6
> Residential burglaries were reported.
> April 28, 2010
> 5300 Block of 85th Ave. three apartment units on the same floor were broken
> into by forcing open the front door and stealing various items from the
> residences. No one was home during these incidents and no one was injured.
>
> April 29, 2010
> 5800 Block of Mentana St. between the hours of 7:15 Am and 3:10 Pm
> person(s) entered the residence by entering an unsecured window in the
> residence dining room. Nothing was taken.  No one was home during this
> incident and no one was injured.
>  5800 Block of Mentana St. between the hours of 7:30 Am and 2:50 Pm
> person(s) entered the residence by forcing open the back door. Several items
> were stolen. No one was home during this incident and no one was injured.
> 8300 Block of Verona Dr. between the hours of 7:15 Am and 3:00Pm person(s)
> entered the residence by forcing open the back door. Several items were
> stolen. No one was home during this incident and no one was injured.
> Residents are reminded of these Burglary Prevention Tips:
> • Make your home look occupied, and make it difficult to break in.
>
> • Lock all outside doors and windows before you leave the house or go to
> bed. Even if it is for a short time, lock your doors.
>
> • Leave lights on when you go out. If you are going to be away for a
> length of time, connect some lamps to automatic timers to turn them on in
> the evening and off during the day.
>
> • Keep your garage door closed and locked.
>
> • Don't allow daily deliveries of mail, newspapers or flyers build up
> while you are away. Arrange with the Post Office to hold your mail, or
> arrange for a friend or neighbor to take them regularly.
>
> • Arrange for your lawn to be mowed if you are going away for an extended
> time.
>
> • Check your locks on doors and windows and replace them with secure
> devices as necessary.
>
> • Pushbutton locks on doorknobs are easy for burglars to open. Install
> deadbolt locks on all your outside doors.
>
> • Sliding glass doors are vulnerable. Special locks are available for
> better security.
>
> • Other windows may need better locks. Check with a locksmith or hardware
> store for alternatives.
>
> If you see something going on in your neighborhood or street please report
> it.
> Call 911 or the Prince George’s County Police non-emergency number
> 301-333-4000
> New Carrollton Police Officers have increased their patrols of these areas
> and are making contact with citizens in an attempt to identify the
> perpetrators of these crimes.
>
>
>
> For full details, go to https://local.nixle.com/alert/2090694/.
>
>
> Contact Information:
>
>
>
> 301-459-0142    weverts at newcarrolltonpd.com
>
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-- 
Alice C. Ewen
Councilwoman, Ward 1
Town of Riverdale Park MD
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