[redwitch]

I have not any type of theft since moving here. So far as I know, none of my friends have, either. I have heard of a few incidents and read of a few in the Sun. Considering the size of TV and the number of visitors it gets on a daily basis, I'd say it is a very safe community.

I have been a victim in the past. It is not a pleasant feeling. I have felt safer in TV than I have felt since I was a child. I still take some precautions, though (probably not as many as I should, but some).

We live in a society where some do think taking from others is the way to go. We're also living in an economy where some are truly desparate and will what they feel is necessary to survive. I do think thefts, etc. will increase in TV as time goes by. Let's face it, the surrounding communities are pretty poor and we are seen as very affluent by these communities. That does make TV a viable target.

TV also has a large police presence, both by the local sheriffs and by Neighborhood Watch. We are also known as caring about our neighbors and watching out for them. These are good detriments.

So, use common sense. Lock your doors. Don't leave valuable items in plain sight. If you walk alone in the dark, be aware of your surroundings and who is sharing them with you. I don't think we need to be paranoid or afraid of our own shadows. We just need to be careful.