http://www.nationofneighbors.com/community/TX/roundrockranchwatchprogram Round Rock Ranch Community Watch on Nation of Neighbors Thu, 17 Feb 2011 15:03:12 +0000 http://www.nationofneighbors.com en hourly 1 http://www.nationofneighbors.com/archive/c98aafe7f295b89947a080eaa69c888b http://www.nationofneighbors.com/archive/c98aafe7f295b89947a080eaa69c888b Mon, 03 Jan 2011 21:00:00 +0000 neighbor http://www.nationofneighbors.com/archive/c98aafe7f295b89947a080eaa69c888b http://www.nationofneighbors.com/community/TX/roundrockranchwatchprogram/?d=585 http://www.nationofneighbors.com/community/TX/roundrockranchwatchprogram/?d=585 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 02:15:08 +0000 Gilbert http://www.nationofneighbors.com/community/TX/roundrockranchwatchprogram/?d=585 From: Nina Nolen > Date: March 22, 2010 11:03:35 PM CDT > To: "rrcommunications@yahoogroups.com" , "rrhome@ya...]]> From: Nina Nolen > Date: March 22, 2010 11:03:35 PM CDT > To: "rrcommunications@yahoogroups.com" , "rrhome@yahoogroups.com" , "rrr-residents@roundrockranch.com" > Subject: [RRComm] Fwd: Neighborhood Advisory: spike in burglaries during spring break > > > > From the Round Rock Police Department > >> From: Eric Poteet >> Date: March 22, 2010 4:45:21 PM CDT >> To: undisclosed- recipients: ; >> Subject: Neighborhood Advisory: spike in burglaries during spring break >> >> Greetings, all- >> >> I cannot thank many of you enough for the unwavering support you give us, and your dedication to preserving the high quality of life for which we are all responsible. Many of you with whom I communicate regularly know how highly we value our partnership. >> >> I apologize for having to be the bearer of unfortunate news, but it is imperative that everybody is aware of this particular cycle of crime occurring in their neighborhoods… and understand the specific nature of these crimes, of which most -if not all- were 100% preventable. >> >> During the last two weeks ( specifically, the "spring break" for RRISD et.al ), Round Rock police officers took reports and/or began investigating a disproportionally high number of residential and vehicle burglaries, primarily in southeast Round Rock neighborhoods. >> >> Without a single exception, the thieves stole property from unlocked vehicles and open garages. >> >> Neighborhoods with the highest incidences include Forest Creek, Lake Forest, Round Rock Ranch, and just about every subdivision east of Greenlawn and north of Louis Henna. Though a smaller number of similar crimes were committed in nearby business lots, the bulk of the crimes were concentrated in the residential areas noted above. >> >> The criminals stole anything of value left inside unlocked vehicles; laptop/notebook computers, purses, wallets, electronic devices of all kinds….every home burglary involved open garage doors, providing the criminals with complete access to property inside. The thieves stole items that were easily transported; lawncare equipment in particular…and just about any other item of value. A few vehicles were stolen, all of which had the keys left inside. >> >> We do all that we can to prevent crime of any kind, but the alliance we share with you depends on everybody doing their part to minimize opportunities for criminals. In this string of thefts, valuable items were left on display in unlocked cars and open garages. These episodes are unfortunate reminders of the critical importance of our constant "Lock, Take and Hide" message: Lock your cars and homes, take the keys, hide (or remove) your valuables. >> >> As always, Round Rock police officers are putting forth every effort and employing every resource, to the best of our ability, to solve these crimes and duplicate our prior successes that resulted in several arrests and the recovery of a considerable amount of stolen property. However, the difference in this particular trend is that every single crime was preventable by simply removing property from view and locking vehicles and garage doors. Another unfortunate consequence of this is that the thieves left little evidence, since each crime was committed without the thieves having to force entry into the homes or vehicles.. .making it easy for the thieves to steal things and disappear in seconds with very little effort. >> >> As of this writing, the occurrences seem to have dwindled considerably… coincident to several factors, not the least of which is the end of spring break/s (that alone tells us a lot about who is committing these crimes). However, we all share the belief that one crime is too many. >> >> The police department is heavily invested in solving these crimes and preventing future incidents…even if only due to the arrest of this particular group of criminals. However, opportunistic thieves are like fire ants; no matter how many mounds you eliminate, there are always more ready to pop up. >> >> Please help us to help you…do everything possible to reduce or eliminate the opportunities for criminals. Never leave things visible in your cars, keep them locked, and always close/lock your garages. >> >> Godspeed >> >> eric >> >> *if you wish to be removed from the neighborhood distribution list/s, simply respond with "REMOVE" in the subject field. I apologize for any redundant or duplicate letters, as my distribution list/s are constantly being updated or otherwise changed* >> >> Officer Eric Poteet, MPO, MPIO >> Public Affairs Officer >> Office of the Chief >> Round Rock Police Department >> 2701 N. Mays, Round Rock TX 78665 >> (512) 218-5538 >> jpoteet@round-rock.tx.us >> www.roundrocktexas. gov/police]]> http://www.nationofneighbors.com/community/TX/roundrockranchwatchprogram/?d=568 http://www.nationofneighbors.com/community/TX/roundrockranchwatchprogram/?d=568 Sun, 14 Mar 2010 17:51:27 +0000 Gilbert http://www.nationofneighbors.com/community/TX/roundrockranchwatchprogram/?d=568 http://www.nationofneighbors.com/community/TX/roundrockranchwatchprogram/?d=567 http://www.nationofneighbors.com/community/TX/roundrockranchwatchprogram/?d=567 Sun, 14 Mar 2010 17:44:15 +0000 Gilbert http://www.nationofneighbors.com/community/TX/roundrockranchwatchprogram/?d=567 http://www.nationofneighbors.com/community/TX/roundrockranchwatchprogram/?d=563 http://www.nationofneighbors.com/community/TX/roundrockranchwatchprogram/?d=563 Fri, 12 Mar 2010 07:28:24 +0000 Gilbert http://www.nationofneighbors.com/community/TX/roundrockranchwatchprogram/?d=563