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RISD Safety Alert!
December 15, 2008 RISD Safety & Security is working
with Dallas Police on a recently reported incident of a man exposing himself
to a female student walking home from school in the 7400 block of
Arapaho Road, which is in the Westwood Junior High attendance area. According to the Dallas Police,
the individual is a Latin male, approximately
30, with dark hair and acne scars, driving a small gray 4 door car, possibly
a Dodge Neon or Pontiac.
If anyone sees this individual, please contact
Dallas Police via 911, and attempt to get a license plate number.
Craigslist Scams
On August 27, 2008, there was a robbery in Richardson where the victims
responded to a posting on Craigslist.com. We have
learned that prior to our robbery, Garland PD also had two robberies using the
same method to set-up a meeting between potential buyers (victims) and suspects
posing as "sellers." Those robberies took place on July 17th and August 1st.
Here is how they are using this Internet auction / listing site to set up
victims for robbery:
The suspects post a big ticket item on Craigslist, like a big screen TV or car.
The victim(s) respond to the "seller's" ad and express an interest in purchase.
The victims are directed to the purported home address of the "seller", which
turns out to be either a foreclosure property or a vacant house "for sale" that
the suspects have entered illegally. The suspects remove all signs and postings,
and even go so far as to tell the buyers, "Don't worry if the house looks
vacant. We're moving." The victims are told that the item needs to be sold
quickly and to bring cash with them. When the unsuspecting buyers arrive at the
address to close the deal, the "sellers" answer the door, invite them inside,
and rob the buyers at gunpoint. If they do not have cash with them they are
forced to go to an ATM and withdraw money.
We want the public to be aware of this type of crime. It has the potential to be
very dangerous and we want to give the public some tips on how to avoid being
the victim of a crime like this.
While thousands of Internet transactions take place safely and without
incident each and every day, realize that criminals are also using the Internet
to set up victims for fraud, Identity Theft, and now robbery. Treat Internet
transactions as you would any other with a stranger, especially those that
result in a face-to-face meeting to close the deal. You do not know with whom
you are dealing nor their intentions, much like an anonymous phone call from a
stranger.
Even today, the old advice still applies-- do business only with those you
know and trust. A known retailer or catalog house might be a consideration,
especially for the big ticket items. Be cautious with transactions that might
mimic these robberies. Look and listen for any signs of a set-up. If you feel
uncomfortable with a meeting, trust your instincts and leave immediately.
Residents should keep an eye on vacant homes on their streets. Be alert to
suspicious activity beyond what one would associate with normal home buyer
interest. Jot down license numbers of any vehicle that tweeks interest, and call
police if you suspect someone has no legitimate business on or inside a vacant
property.
ROTC Fundraising Scam in RISD
Richardson Independent School District has
learned that unknown individuals are currently canvassing RISD neighborhoods,
claiming to be raising funds to start an ROTC program at Richardson High School.
These claims are not legitimate, and no one associated with the district,
including the Junior ROTC program at Berkner HS, is involved in any such
fundraising efforts.
RISD wants people to know that if they are
approached by anyone claiming to be raising funds for an ROTC program, they
should not give money, but should instead report the solicitors to the police. A
police report is being filed and RISD asked RPD to assist in getting the word
out to residents.
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