Feb 24, 2015 New Break-In Villa

[gerryh1943]

Today about 2:30 this afternoon there was another break-in in the village of Hadley went through there gate on side of villa took jewelry ,please everyone be careful!!

[Wandatime]

Dang it. Good thing I get all my jewelry at Beall's Outlet.

On senior day.

With coupons.

But seriously, I hate this happened. Sometimes we forget this really isn't a fool-proof, fail-safe, bubble of love, don't we?

[kcrazorbackfan]

It only takes 1 time going into the right house at the wrong time. :eek: :boom:

[CassieInVa]

Do we have more details? Occupants not home? How did they get in - sliders? Did they ever catch anyone for all of those other break ins? I just hate hearing this - the homeowners must feel so violated.

[karostay]

Just need to shoot a few

[CFrance]

Dang it. Good thing I get all my jewelry at Beall's Outlet.

On senior day.

With coupons.

But seriously, I hate this happened. Sometimes we forget this really isn't a fool-proof, fail-safe, bubble of love, don't we?
Love you, Wandatime!:1rotfl:

[TNLAKEPANDA]

I don't know why people don't put in a SimpliSafe alarm. Totally wireless and installs in less than 30 mins. Just to have it set at night when you are sleeping is comforting. Also includes a smoke alarm. No contracts and not monitoring fee unless you want it and then it is only $14.95 mo.

No brainer.

[graciegirl]

Do we have more details? Occupants not home? How did they get in - sliders? Did they ever catch anyone for all of those other break ins? I just hate hearing this - the homeowners must feel so violated.

There were 17 perps apprehended when there was a rash of burglaries about a year ago. We have the Sumter County Sheriff, the Lady Lake Police, The Marion County Sheriff and now Fruitland Park and Wildwood and thank heavens they all work well together. Several of the offenders were apprehended because of combined efforts of Sumter and Marion County Sheriff's department and even the Orlando Police department helped with information.

And the population is installing security systems and some mighty fancy camera's inside and out. Those bad guys have picked the wrong bunch.

[dewilson58]

Dang it. Good thing I get all my jewelry at Beall's Outlet.

On senior day.

With coupons.

But seriously, I hate this happened. Sometimes we forget this really isn't a fool-proof, fail-safe, bubble of love, don't we?

The scary thing is................they won't know it's Beall's Outlet, Senior Day, Coupon until it's too late. Hope the people weren't at home.

[tomwed]

There are a lot of homes here. I don't hear so well so I guess my tv is a little too loud. I'm thinking if I leave the sound on really loud when I'm not home, who would break in with so many other quiet houses around me? [they may be loud too, but i can't hear it]

The perps around here know that many TV homeowners are armed, so why take a chance on the noisy house?

[Barefoot]

Dang it. Good thing I get all my jewelry at Beall's Outlet.
On senior day.
With coupons.

:highfive:

[rubicon]

The criminal element has little fear of being caught because if they did then most wouldn't break-in in broad daylight. Most apparently have established a homeowners pattern and habits. In order to do so I suspect most have a legitimate reason to be in The Villages.

It also must be a real incentive for them to believe they are dealing with many defenseless oldsters with whom they believe have some very valuable property.

[Barefoot]

The criminal element has little fear of being caught because if they did then most wouldn't break-in in broad daylight. Most apparently have established a homeowners pattern and habits. In order to do so I suspect most have a legitimate reason to be in The Villages.
It also must be a real incentive for them to believe they are dealing with many defenseless oldsters with whom they believe have some very valuable property.

Our street almost always has lawn company trucks or construction company trucks parked. I assume most neighborhoods are the same.
I'd think it would be easy for any robber to park on a street and figure out the patterns of a household.
If you see a couple depart with a couple of golf bags on their cart, chances are they'll be gone for a couple of hours.
We all need to watch out for our neighbors, and question anything suspicious.

[janmcn]

The easiest thing people can do right now today is leave a radio blaring every time you leave the house. The robber may see two people drive away in a golf cart, but they won't know for sure that another person is in the house.

[e-flyer]

The other on-line news reported this one and another break-in (in the Village of Pinellas), both on Tues. in mid afternoon. Neighbors need to be watching out for each other.

[zcaveman]

The other on-line news reported this one and another break-in (in the Village of Pinellas), both on Tues. in mid afternoon. Neighbors need to be watching out for each other.

There was also an article in the Daily Sun today (2/26).

Z

[tommy steam]

The article was on page c6 in the Sun. According to the article there was a total of 9 break-ins this month with one failed attempt. On the last attempt ,alert neighbors called the police and they caught the thief. Remember if you see something that concerns you call the police.

[TNLAKEPANDA]

Keep an eye on your neighbors and question anyone lurking around!

[PaPaLarry]

Dang it. Good thing I get all my jewelry at Beall's Outlet.

On senior day.

With coupons.

But seriously, I hate this happened. Sometimes we forget this really isn't a fool-proof, fail-safe, bubble of love, don't we?
LOL That's funny!!! Break in's are serious, but sense of humor, I like!!!

[Cisco Kid]

Dang it. Good thing I get all my jewelry at Beall's Outlet.

On senior day.

With coupons.

But seriously, I hate this happened. Sometimes we forget this really isn't a fool-proof, fail-safe, bubble of love, don't we?


Would this be like a K Mart Blue light flashing up north ?

" Bubble of Love " :a20:

[graciegirl]

If you see someone parked in your neighborhood or someone walking that doesn't look like a typical villager; younger, dressed differently, what I am trying to say is that if a person is NOT wearing a golf shirt, that should be a red flag.:jester:

Back to being serious. When you leave, see if someone is watching you. Wouldn't hurt to leave on the TV. KNOW who cleans your home. Take a picture of your carpet cleaners and anyone who enters your home as a contractor.

Most of our neighborhood streets are vacant of people except senior walkers.

Have the sheriff's office come and show you how to protect your home and yourself.

Don't hesitate to call with anything that looks suspicious. That is how the burglar was caught last month.

Wanda is right, not all of us have good jewelry. I always wonder HOW the burglars know who does.

[MelZ]

Sumter Detective told me that it's totally random. They are riding around and when they see someone leave they strike. Leaving a lookout during the deed, they pry the handle of a slider and enter the house without breaking glass.

[gpirate]

How many of these homes that have been broken into had a dog in the house? I do not think anyone would attempt to enter my home because of my two boxers. I know they could shoot them but have not heard of any violence occurring when breaking and entering a home.

[jebartle]

The ole boy was playing golf with 3 golfers, all with guns, needless to say the ole boy told golfers that all 20 foot putts "were good"....giggle:a20:

[Barefoot]

How many of these homes that have been broken into had a dog in the house? I do not think anyone would attempt to enter my home because of my two boxers. I know they could shoot them but have not heard of any violence occurring when breaking and entering a home.

I know of a couple of break-ins (not recently) where the couple left small dogs at home.
However I think that in general, a barking dog is a good deterrent.
Burglars don't want to draw attention to themselves.
Our 70 lb dogs is a teddy bear, but who knows what he would do if strangers enter when we're not home.

I think the scary thing about the recent string of break-ins is that the burglars seem to have figured out a system
where they can fly "under the radar" and blend in.

[graciegirl]

I know of a couple of break-ins (not recently) where the couple left small dogs at home.
However I think that in general, a barking dog is a good deterrent.
Burglars don't want to draw attention to themselves.
Our 70 lb dogs is a teddy bear, but who knows what he would do if strangers enter when we're not home.

I think the scary thing about the recent string of break-ins is that the burglars seem to have figured out a system
where they can fly "under the radar" and blend in.


How do you think they do that, Bare?

[2BNTV]

If they broke into my home, they might want to leave money. :D

Nothing worth taking and insurance would cover all losses.

My sympathies for all who have had their homes broken into. I would have a problem feeling safe, after being violated. No one wants an unwanted intruder in their home. They usually catch these crooks, fairly quickly.

Unfortunately, we can only protect ourselves against some inexperienced thieves as professionals will get into a home, no matter what one uses, for protection. IMHO

[rubicon]

I know of a couple of break-ins (not recently) where the couple left small dogs at home.
However I think that in general, a barking dog is a good deterrent.
Burglars don't want to draw attention to themselves.
Our 70 lb dogs is a teddy bear, but who knows what he would do if strangers enter when we're not home.

I think the scary thing about the recent string of break-ins is that the burglars seem to have figured out a system
where they can fly "under the radar" and blend in.

Hi Barefoot: Telling that to a guy who is really only afraid of 4 kinds of dog (big, little, alive and dead) guarantees that what you just said is your dog is a grizzly bear:D

[CFrance]

If they broke into my home, they might want to leave money. :D

Nothing worth taking and insurance would cover all losses.

My sympathies for all who have had their homes broken into. I would have a problem feeling safe, after being violated. No one wants an unwanted intruder in their home. They usually catch these crooks, fairly quickly.

Unfortunately, we can only protect ourselves against some inexperienced thieves as professionals will get into a home, no matter what one uses, for protection. IMHO
That's funny--Please Leave Money!

They can have anything but my dog, my bird, and my husband. And not necessarily in that order.

[MelZ]

How many of these homes that have been broken into had a dog in the house? I do not think anyone would attempt to enter my home because of my two boxers. I know they could shoot them but have not heard of any violence occurring when breaking and entering a home.

they have 2 dogs

[Cisco Kid]

With these two attack dogs at the door.
I think you will be safe. :a20:

[CFrance]

With these two attack dogs at the door.
I think you will be safe. :a20:
They sure have it covered! Very mean-, snarly-looking attack dogs.

[Cisco Kid]

They sure have it covered! Very mean-, snarly-looking attack dogs.

God help you, if you wake up, the back up.

[dbussone]

God help you, if you wake up, the back up.


Well that would be enough to scare me off.

[Miles42]

If they break in my home I only hope they do it while I am here.

[Bonanza]

With these two attack dogs at the door.
I think you will be safe. :a20:

Hey, Cisco . . .

You forgot a photo of Fang!

[asianthree]

When our lasa was around you could throw a hotdog in a room and off he would go just close the door. Now our Belgian Shepard was trained to attack and hold until release command was given.

[Barefoot]

I think the scary thing about the recent string of break-ins is that the burglars seem to have figured out a system where they can fly "under the radar" and blend in.

How do you think they do that, Bare?

I don't know GG. Maybe they drive around in a golf cart with clubs on the back, wearing grey wigs.
I have faith that the Cops will figure out their system and catch them. Unfortunately they'll be out on bail in no time.

[Cisco Kid]

When our lasa was around you could throw a hotdog in a room and off he would go just close the door. Now our Belgian Shepard was trained to attack and hold until release command was given.

That would work on me too.

[Cisco Kid]

Hey, Cisco . . .

You forgot a photo of Fang!

My wife does not like me posting photos of her.

[Bonanza]

Hey, Cisco . . .

You forgot a photo of Fang!

My wife does not like me posting photos of her.

Well, my avatar is only part of our backup!

Yes, a photo of (your) Fang would scare the hell out of anyone!
:22yikes:

[Barefoot]

Hey, Cisco . . .You forgot a photo of Fang!



My wife does not like me posting photos of her.

:a20:

[kstew43]

There are a lot of homes here. I don't hear so well so I guess my tv is a little too loud. I'm thinking if I leave the sound on really loud when I'm not home, who would break in with so many other quiet houses around me? [they may be loud too, but i can't hear it]

The perps around here know that many TV homeowners are armed, so why take a chance on the noisy house?

I think a lot of people talk the talk....possessing guns.....but don't walk the walk.

With all the crime lately, seems one of the gun toters would have become a victim...and used there guns....sad to say, but seems like the percentages are high with the amount of people claiming to possess guns..

In reality, I think that if you have a gun, it will just give the crooks, jewelry, money and now guns...

[Barefoot]

In reality, I think that if you have a gun, it will just give the crooks, jewelry, money ... and now guns...

:agree:

[plmtree]

Please elaborate where?? Street??

[ziggie]

I think a lot of people talk the talk....possessing guns.....but don't walk the walk.

With all the crime lately, seems one of the gun toters would have become a victim...and used there guns....sad to say, but seems like the percentages are high with the amount of people claiming to possess guns..

In reality, I think that if you have a gun, it will just give the crooks, jewelry, money and now guns...

:agree.....If you do use it, I hope you have a lot of money to defent yourself. Talk the talk!!!!

[Paper1]

:agree.....If you do use it, I hope you have a lot of money to defent yourself. Talk the talk!!!!

You are correct. I suspect a lot of us have firearms but getting it out, looking someone in the eye, and pulling trigger takes a special kind of person. Not sure I'm one? Comfortable not knowing.

[manaboutown]

Now here is a 71 year old homeowner who knew just how to deal with an individual breaking into his home. Armed Homeowner Shoots, Kills Intruder Who Kicked Down His Door (http://www.opposingviews.com/i/society/guns/armed-homeowner-shoots-kills-intruder-who-kicked-down-his-door)

[rabonkmontage@msn.com]

When ever pull out of your drive pay attention to non familiar cars, if so circle around and let them know you are here.

[asianthree]

I think a lot of people talk the talk....possessing guns.....but don't walk the walk.

With all the crime lately, seems one of the gun toters would have become a victim...and used there guns....sad to say, but seems like the percentages are high with the amount of people claiming to possess guns..

In reality, I think that if you have a gun, it will just give the crooks, jewelry, money and now guns...

When leaving home firearm is in a locked compartment and no they are not going to get to it

[Stdole]

Now we have to be nice on these sites and really cannot speak our
total pre-plans to save our lives... as we all know our computers will
be taken as part of the Investigation Process should we have to
enforce the 2nd Amendment.. and read all our past post and say I am
a very mean person and had pre planned... I will only say in the future
my plan is only to stop the threat on my life and no further...

[handyman]

Now we have to be nice on these sites and really cannot speak our
total pre-plans to save our lives... as we all know our computers will
be taken as part of the Investigation Process should we have to
enforce the 2nd Amendment.. and read all our past post and say I am
a very mean person and had pre planned... I will only say in the future
my plan is only to stop the threat on my life and no further...

A very wise comment, although I would in my case have included my wife,but advertizing that one owns multiple fire arms and are willing to use them does not seem like a smart move ,anymore then an NRA sticker on the bumper of your vehicle,thieves look for gold,cash and firearms this is their livelihood.

[Pointer]

God help you, if you wake up, the back up.

Love it :1rotfl:

[Sandtrap328]

Remember that there have been no burglaries of occupied homes. Just two that reported being occupied but both were under very suspicious circumstances and never had corrabating proof.

Most home shootings arise from the homeowner hearing a noise, groggily gets his gun, shoots the person and finds it is a family member.

If you actually did shoot a burglar, his family will probably sue you for wrongful death and you will have huge lawyer payments even if you are found innocent.

If you are so afraid, get a professionally installed alarm system with inside and outside 160 db horns and autoconnect to an alarm center. No burglar will stay once the alarm sounds inside and outside the house. He will skedaddle the second the alarm sounds!

[Advogado]

A very wise comment, although I would in my case have included my wife,but advertizing that one owns multiple fire arms and are willing to use them does not seem like a smart move ,anymore then an NRA sticker on the bumper of your vehicle,thieves look for gold,cash and firearms this is their livelihood.
In addition, bragging about one's eagerness to shoot an intruder can come back to haunt you at trial (civil and criminal) in the event that you actually do shoot one some day. Here is the latest example, one which made national news: http://news.yahoo.com/montana-man-killed-german-student-set-sentencing-065431013.html

[Sandtrap328]

In addition, bragging about one's eagerness to shoot an intruder can come back to haunt you at trial (civil and criminal) in the event that you actually do shoot one some day. Here is the latest example, one which made national news: Man sentenced to 70 years in German exchange student's death (http://news.yahoo.com/montana-man-killed-german-student-set-sentencing-065431013.html)

Excellent news posting that should make all homeowners with guns take notice!

Imagine 70 years in prison for shooting an intruder!

I suspect that his family is out a few hundred thousand dollars in legal fees, too.

As Advogado said, do not brag about about your willingness to shoot an intruder. It is almost certain that your computer will be seized and searched.

Best idea, leave the shooting to those in law and order and invest in a professionally installed alarm system.

[Bogie Shooter]

Excellent news posting that should make all homeowners with guns take notice!

Imagine 70 years in prison for shooting an intruder!

I suspect that his family is out a few hundred thousand dollars in legal fees, too.

As Advogado said, do not brag about about your willingness to shoot an intruder. It is almost certain that your computer will be seized and searched.

Best idea, leave the shooting to those in law and order and invest in a professionally installed alarm system.

Doesn't that come with the purchase?

[Barefoot]

In addition, bragging about one's eagerness to shoot an intruder can come back to haunt you at trial (civil and criminal) in the event that you actually do shoot one some day. Here is the latest example, one which made national news: Man sentenced to 70 years in German exchange student's death (http://news.yahoo.com/montana-man-killed-german-student-set-sentencing-065431013.html)

It's interesting that the man convicted of deliberate homicide is named Kaarma.

[sharonga]

My husband's keys were stolen out of his golf bag today on the golf course. I am a little scared.