[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by senior citizen

Is the unsavory climate just a sign of hard times or a sign of things to come?


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Originally Posted by senior citizen

My information came from the newspaper in 2014

Yes, I understand. Your posted quote came from the newspaper, I could tell as it has been posted several times by other posters.
You asked the question above. My link posted, came from 2009 to point out to you that what we are experiencing is not due to "hard time" or "a sign of things to come". Why? Because we had the same thing happen in 2009.
There was alot of hand wrenching and concern that TV was too criminal a place to move to, everybody should go out and buy a gun and alarms systems. Four years have passed with little or no more break-ins. Now there are a couple of "no gooders" breaking in houses............they too will be caught. And this too, shall pass.

[rubicon]

This appears to be a popular topic because there have been several threads with this theme or themes related to protecting your homes from burglars

Is it a real problem or like when you notice a blue car all of a sudden you notice more and more blue cars?

[jbdlfan]

Here are some sobering statistics.... Sumter County had 158 Burglaries from January to June of 2013. Of those, only 26 occurred within any of the municipalities in the county. If, as some suggest, none of those occurred within the borders of TV, that is a high number for the rest of the county based on population. Now, in 2012, the value of just the jewelry stolen was nearly $750,000. Looking at these statistics, knowing the rest of the county the way I do, I would deduct that there have been break-ins all along but under reported or not reported. As for the state of the economy causing this, the local economy outside TV has been depressed since prior to 2009.

[gomoho]

I can't buy the "state of the economy" argument here. Look at the employment possibilities available - if you want to work. That is the problem - these thugs don't want to work they want to take the stuff you worked for. Lousy SOB's.

[2BNTV]

As long as there are people who don't want to work and are poor, there will always be crime. TV, has very little crime.

I believe that Xmas exercebated the need, to take things for the money. They have caught two perps, and going forward, I'm sure anyone, who continues in this mode of operation, will be arrested also.

I feel safe, in comparison to where I previously lived, but it doesn't hurt to be vigilant in keeping one doors locked, so one is not an easy target.

Always be aware of what is going on around you when shopping, and not have valuables exposed in one's cars. It's better to open the trunk, and store your goods there.

Just my cents worth........

[buggyone]

2BNTV gives great advice about staying cautious.

The towns around us (Wildwood, Fruitland Park, Lady Lake, etc) are definitely economically depressed. That does make the possibility that some of those people will turn to crime. As there are more poor people, more crime occurs.

[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by jbdlfan

Here are some sobering statistics.... Sumter County had 158 Burglaries from January to June of 2013. Of those, only 26 occurred within any of the municipalities in the county. If, as some suggest, none of those occurred within the borders of TV, that is a high number for the rest of the county based on population. Now, in 2012, the value of just the jewelry stolen was nearly $750,000. Looking at these statistics, knowing the rest of the county the way I do, I would deduct that there have been break-ins all along but under reported or not reported. As for the state of the economy causing this, the local economy outside TV has been depressed since prior to 2009.

Where do I find these statistics? In particular the $750,000 number.

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by 2BNTV

As long as there are people who don't want to work and are poor, there will always be crime. TV, has very little crime.

I believe that Xmas exercebated the need, to take things for the money. They have caught two perps, and going forward, I'm sure anyone, who continues in this mode of operation, will be arrested also.

I feel safe, in comparison to where I previously lived, but it doesn't hurt to be vigilant in keeping one doors locked, so one is not an easy target.

Always be aware of what is going on around you when shopping, and not have valuables exposed in one's cars. It's better to open the trunk, and store your goods there.

Just my cents worth........

These are the kinds of posts that help us all; fair, reasonable, considered, not dramatic or inflammatory or looking for accolades.


Most of us here are on the very same page as you Joe.


And I believe this too will pass. I will look to the news media for accurate information and keep my fingers crossed that the law enforcement here will continue to find and arrest the bad guys....and girls.

[yabbadu]

WOW...Have never had my head in the sand compared to some of these posts.....The Villages are way below the crime level you find elsewhere. Don't panic, just be smart about your home, your personal items and your safety.
Do NOT spread fear! Remember that the bad guys are everywhere and want what you have. I LOVE my bubble!!!!!

[jbdlfan]

http://www.fdle.state.fl.us/Content/.../Sumter12.aspx

Originally Posted by Bogie Shooter

Where do I find these statistics? In particular the $750,000 number.

[ilovetv]

The current "unsavory climate"?? "Climate" affects an entire region including every person and household in it.

The entire Villages region extending about 16 miles north to south and about 11 miles east to west certainly does not have a "climate of crime" that affects all of us 100,000 residents in it. It has incidents of crime weekly, that affect a few people/homes weekly.

Anywhere in the USA, senior citizens have been seen as easy targets by swindlers and thieves who break and enter, for a long time now. The incidence of crime against seniors here is probably no worse than any other city of 100,000 people, and actually, it's probably less crime here because of the density of homes/neighbors, and because of the way everybody's around with their eyes wide open during the day, and most of us are intent upon keeping TV pristine and peaceful and safe.

With the crimes that have occurred, it is time that naysayers take their heads out of the sand and stop rolling their eyes and acting like people who install alarm systems are nuts or paranoid or are throwing away their money. Professionally installed, monitored alarm systems are serious, reliable protection whether in city or countryside, and people need to lock their doors religiously and be on the lookout for their neighbors.

[sueandskip]

Originally Posted by Cobh521

Crime does exist everywhere and I truly believe The Villages is a very safe community. With advancements in technology, we are hearing about it immediately. I believe this is a good thing. I also believe that the current economy is a contributing factor, as well as the cutting of unemployment benefits. I do not believe unemployment should be paid to people who do not work but there are some people who really need it. Hopefully our economy will turn around and some problems will be resolved

With all the employment opportunities there In the Villages now with all the building if these people can't find a job its because they don't want one...Jobs are available to those who really want one...I work at UPS and we are hiring in every field nation wide so is Fed Ex, Old Daminion...Dock jobs, drivers, office, management...Some people make excuses and some just like to whine...

[senior citizen]

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[The Buckeyes]

Originally Posted by sueandskip

With all the employment opportunities there In the Villages now with all the building if these people can't find a job its because they don't want one...Jobs are available to those who really want one...I work at UPS and we are hiring in every field nation wide so is Fed Ex, Old Daminion...Dock jobs, drivers, office, management...Some people make excuses and some just like to whine...

If you are talking a package car driver UPS only hires one person off the street for every seven drivers hired. The remaining six come from the part time ranks although there are what is called free periods where adjustments are made but, those people are not always kept.

[Suzi]

I have been reminded by someone to "not look like a target". If you are in frail health and still prefer to do your own shopping etc, consider carrying pepper spray. Have it on your keychain and in your hand ready to use as you leave or approach your car.
If you have grown-up or have lived in a big city, don't forget your "city smarts". Be aware of the people around you.
Security for our homes makes sense to give us peace of mind. This is a new world out there. Drugs do bad things to people. Won't go into political/societal feelings I have, but I don't think you can look at previous statistics and compare 5 years ago to today. Unless you plan to be an activist against drugs, the best you can do for yourself is to be aware of your surroundings, if you feel safer - travel in groups, get some security for your home so that you feel comfortable in your own sweet home and pray that your guardian angel watches over you.