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Neighborhood WatchPosted on: 2009-03-22With recent events and changes in the Country Estates Community, the Lumberton Police would like to start a 'Neighborhood Watch'. As residents of Country Estates it is up to us to learn how to protect ourselves and our neighbors. What rights do you have as a resident? How can you better secure your valuables and your home? Don't wait until its too late! Come out and find out what you can do to help reduce crime in our neighborhood. The 'Neighborhood Watch Program' haa been very successful in other neighborhood, it can work in ours. We would like to set up a community meeting at the Lumberton Municipal Building on April 16, 2009 at 7:30pm for those interested please contact Joseph Baker at 609-880-5314 or Corporal Joseph McHugh at 267-1111. As a reminder and tips: Keep all doors and windows closed and securely fastened. An open window or door is an open invitation for burglars. Thieves are also quick to spot weak locks that may be easily forced open. Doors should have deadbolt locks with a one inch throw and reinforced strike plate with three inch screws. All windows should have window locks.
Secure sliding glass doors. Place a metal rod or piece of plywood in the track and install vertical bolts. These will help prevent burglars from forcing the door open or lifting it off the track.
Always lock the door to an attached garage. Don't rely on your automatic garage door opener for security.
Create the illusion that you are home, by using timers on lights, radios and TV's. Making your residence appear occupied, even when no one is home, will deter criminals.
Keep the perimeter of your home well lighted. Installing low voltage outdoor lighting is a cost-effective way to discourage intruders, as well as highlight a house.
Never leave clues that you are away on a trip. Have a trusted neighbor collect mail and newspapers while you are away so delivered items do not accumulate. You can also ask a neighbor to park in your driveway or parking place to make it appear that you are present.
Keep some shades and blinds up and curtains open to maintain a normal, everyday appearance in your residence.
Never leave a message on your telephone answering machine telling people that you are away from home. A message that you will return at a certain time leaves your home vulnerable in the interim.
Keep shrubbery trimmed away from entrances and walkways. While large, ornate hedges may be beautiful, they also provide a hiding place for burglars who need only a minute to break in through a window or door.
Email:jbaker1163@comcast.net - Neighborhood WatchPosted on: 2009-04-13Date Change for Neighborhood Watch The meeting has been changed from April 16th to May 4th, 2009
7:30pm-9pm
Lumberton Municipal Court Building
Posted on: 2009-03-22
With recent events and changes in the Country Estates Community, the Lumberton Police would like to start a 'Neighborhood Watch'. As residents of Country Estates it is up to us to learn how to protect ourselves and our neighbors. What rights do you have as a resident? How can you better secure your valuables and your home? Don't wait until its too late! Come out and find out what you can do to help reduce crime in our neighborhood. The 'Neighborhood Watch Program' haa been very successful in other neighborhood, it can work in ours. We would like to set up a community meeting at the Lumberton Municipal Building on May 4th, 2009 at 7:30pm for those interested please contact Joseph Baker at 609-880-5314 or Corporal Joseph McHugh at 267-1111. As a reminder and tips: Keep all doors and windows closed and securely fastened. An open window or door is an open invitation for burglars. Thieves are also quick to spot weak locks that may be easily forced open. Doors should have deadbolt locks with a one inch throw and reinforced strike plate with three inch screws. All windows should have window locks.
Secure sliding glass doors. Place a metal rod or piece of plywood in the track and install vertical bolts. These will help prevent burglars from forcing the door open or lifting it off the track.
Always lock the door to an attached garage. Don't rely on your automatic garage door opener for security.
Create the illusion that you are home, by using timers on lights, radios and TV's. Making your residence appear occupied, even when no one is home, will deter criminals.
Keep the perimeter of your home well lighted. Installing low voltage outdoor lighting is a cost-effective way to discourage intruders, as well as highlight a house.
Never leave clues that you are away on a trip. Have a trusted neighbor collect mail and newspapers while you are away so delivered items do not accumulate. You can also ask a neighbor to park in your driveway or parking place to make it appear that you are present.
Keep some shades and blinds up and curtains open to maintain a normal, everyday appearance in your residence.
Never leave a message on your telephone answering machine telling people that you are away from home. A message that you will return at a certain time leaves your home vulnerable in the interim.
Keep shrubbery trimmed away from entrances and walkways. While large, ornate hedges may be beautiful, they also provide a hiding place for burglars who need only a minute to break in through a window or door.
