Self Defense and Personal Safety Workshop

We (VBPD - Crime Prevention Unit) will be holding a self defense and personal safety workshop, “The Best Defense,” on Saturday, April 25, 2009 from 1 – 4 pm at the Great Neck Recreation Center. This program is being presented by our Department’s Defensive Tactics Instructors and myself, in partnership with Parks & Recreation.

Participants will learn crime prevention tips as well as receive hands-on instruction in distraction techniques and how to break free from a variety of holds and choke holds. The program is free and open to the public for those 12 years old and up; children under 16 years old must participate with a parent. You do not need to be a Rec Center member to participate. Please share with anyone that you think might benefit from this training – past participants have really enjoyed this workshop.

Thank you & stay safe,

MPO Leta Krieger
4th Precinct Crime Prevention Officer
Virginia Beach Police Department
Crime Prevention Unit
(757) 385-1324 – direct
(757) 385-1757 – main office
(757) 385-1064 – fax
Email: http://us.mc01g.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=lkrieger@vbgov.com

SHED BREAK-INS (AGAIN) IN NEIGHBORHOOD!

Hi,

I received a bulletin today about a burglary that occurred in Carolanne Farms sometime between 10 pm on Feb. 22nd and 8:30 am on Feb. 23rd. The incident occurred in the 5300 block of Challedon Drive and the suspect targeted a shed – the padlock was forced off and a leaf blower was stolen.

Use the Police non-emergency number (385-5000) to report any suspicious persons and/or activity. Locks on sheds or other out-buildings should be upgraded; alternatively, if possible, items of higher value should be stored in garages or other more secure locations.

Thank you for all you do in your community. Please let me know if you need any further information or assistance. Take care & stay safe,

MPO Leta Krieger
4th Precinct Crime Prevention Officer
Virginia Beach Police Department
Crime Prevention Unit
(757) 385-1324 – direct
(757) 385-1757 – main office
(757) 385-1064 – fax
Email: lkrieger@vbgov.com

Neighborhood Institute

Ever wondered how the City of Virginia Beach works for you? Or do you want to know what it takes to be a good leader? Maybe your civic league could use some improvement or your neighborhood would like to start a civic league. The Department of Housing and Neighborhood Preservation cordially invites you to get answers and tips on these issues and more by enrolling in the next session of its Neighborhood Institute Leadership and Development Course. Please share this information with your family, friends, and co-community workers. We also invite you to register with a friend or spouse, teenage child or co-community worker for a discount of nearly 30%. You will find the brochure and application attached. If you or others need additional information, please call or email Lorraine Nesmith (757-385-8132 / lnesmith@VBgov.com) or Lanitha Hudson (757-385-5734 / lhudson@VBgov.com). We look forward to seeing you there!

Celebrating our Neighbors that GIVE BACK

All neighbors of A-CAF-CAP-H/HE and PC
are invited to attend...


CAFCL's Awards Ceremony
February 12th,
Thursday - 7 PM
Arrowhead Elementary School


At our next general meeting, we will be acknowledging the efforts of neighbors giving back to other neighbors.



Come celebrate and get to know the neighbors and local businesses that give back to our community; that give back to YOU as a neighbor of Arrowhead, Carolanne Farm, Carolanne Point, Huntington, Huntington Estates and Plantation Cove.

Bring a friend. Bring your neighborhood crew. We want to meet 'you'.

CRIME ALERT UPDATE

Hello everyone, I just wanted to pass on an update to the last crime alert that was sent out (cut & pasted below). Two arrests were made over the weekend in connection with several residential burglaries in the 4th Precinct. A male and female were arrested for at least ten residential burglaries in the Larkspur and surrounding areas. Please keep in mind that these two suspects are not responsible for all residential burglaries in the 4th Precinct, and we need to continue to remain alert and take extra steps to protect ourselves, our families and our property – and watch out for our neighbors too.

If you have any other questions or concerns, or need additional crime prevention assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me. Take care & stay safe,

MPO Leta Krieger
4th Precinct Crime Prevention Officer
Virginia Beach Police Department
Crime Prevention Unit
(757) 385-1324 – direct
(757) 385-1757 – main office
(757) 385-1064 – fax
Email: lkrieger@vbgov.com

CRIME ALERT

Dear Neighborhood Watch Coordinators & Community contacts:

I wanted to pass on this crime alert as soon as possible – please pass the word on to as many neighbors as you can. The 4th Precinct has been experiencing an increased number of day-time residential burglaries. The suspect vehicle in many of the cases has been described as a red “compact” or “sporty” type of vehicle. The vehicle has been seen occupied by several black males. In several cases, one of the supects will approach the front door, knock/bang on the door several times and/or ring the doorbell. Forced entry is often made by kicking or prying windows or doors open.

Residences in Rock Creek, Bellamy Manor, Charlestown Lakes South, Carolanne Farms, Kempsville Lakes, and Alexandria are just some of the areas that have been hit with burglaries during the past few weeks. Please remind residents in your neighborhood to call the Police Non-emergency number (385-5000) right away to report any suspicious individuals and/or activity. Please keep in mind that you are not “bothering” us when you call – we would much rather respond and it turn out to be nothing, than you not call for something suspicious that later results in a crime. 911 should be called for crimes in progress (e.g., if you see someone in the process of breaking into a residence; a fight in progress; someone destroying property, etc.). I have attached a digital copy of our Home Security booklet which contains excellent information on how to make your home a harder target for criminals. Please forward and share this booklet with as many friends, neighbors and family members as possible – the more people that have this information, the better!

Remember – do not make the criminals’ “jobs” any easier. Keep your doors and windows locked; doors should have quality deadbolt locks and strike plates should be secured with 2 – 3” secrews; never open the door for anyone you do not know or were not expecting – tell them through your closed and locked door to leave your property and if you are alone, allude to someone else being there with you; install motion sensor lighting above entrances to your home; if you have a garage, always lock the interior door between your house and your garage when you leave and when you arrive home; if you do not have a Neighborhood Watch – now is the time to start one! If you do have a Neighborhood Watch in your area, make sure members who are home during the day also keep an eye on residences of those who are at work or out during the day.

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me. Remember - keep a careful eye not only on your own home and property, but watch out for your neighbors’ too! Take care & stay safe,

MPO Leta Krieger
4th Precinct Crime Prevention Officer
Virginia Beach Police Department
Crime Prevention Unit
(757) 385-1324 – direct
(757) 385-1757 – main office
(757) 385-1064 – fax
Email: http://us.mc01g.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=lkrieger@vbgov.com