This year many shoppers will be out early to find those big bargains on Black Friday or online for Cyber Monday, but the criminals will be out too. Here are 10 great tips to help you shop safely while getting … More…
Written by: Dannielle Meyer, Brazoria County Community Coalition Coordinator, BACODA We’ve all heard of Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving, but do you know about “Black Wednesday”? Also known as Blackout Wednesday, it is the day before Thanksgiving and one … More…
With the holiday shopping season about to start, car burglars and thieves will be taking advantage of it as well. They’ll be “banking” on you being distracted with your gift list! Law enforcement will be out in full force throughout … More…
Halloween is a kid’s delight. It’s a blast to dress up in costumes, go trick-or-treating, attend parties and most of all, eat a lot of candy. At the same time, Halloween can be scary for parents. Costumes can be dangerous, … More…
Every day, American consumers receive offers that just sound too good to be true. In the past, these offers came through the mail or by telephone. Now the con artists and swindlers have found a new avenue to pitch their … More…
According to the Pearland Police Department Bulletin, an attempted burglary of habitation occurred on 10/5/2014 on the 3700 block of Pine Land Drive. To prevent your home from being a target, consider doing the following: Perform routine tasks and clean … More…
The emergence of mobile ransomware, a form of malware, presents a growing threat to smart phone users. Cybercriminals use ransomware to lock a device or encrypt its data, then demand payment to restore the device to its previous state. They … More…
Suspects are targeting valuables in parked cars at child care centers. Typically, the suspects will park next to the victim’s vehicle or wait in the parking lot until the victim goes inside the building or walks away. The suspects will … More…
Here are a few suggestions to teach you children if they are going to be “Home Alone”: To check in with you or a neighbor immediately after arriving home after school. How to call 9-1-1. How to give directions to … More…
A resident of Pine Hollow reported to the Pearland Police Department that a theft of a package from his door step by unknown persons occurred. Although this type of crime has a high incidence during the holiday season, precautions should … More…