Discuss ways we as residents can improve security issues within Crown Meadows. Report security mishaps to the San Antonio Police as soon as possible, but also keep our community members advised.
Seen anything suspicious lately? Let everyone know!
WHEN YOU?’RE AT HOME:
- Replace or rekey all locks when you move into a new home or apartment.
- Install 1'' case hardened steel deadbolt locks on all exterior doors.
- Keep windows and doors locked at all times.
- Have curtains or blinds on all windows, and keep them drawn.
- Install a 190-degree door viewer or door scope in your front door. Look before opening your door to anyone.
- Require Identification from all repair persons or public service individuals without opening the door.
- Hang up on frightening or obscene calls. Invest in an answer machine and screen your calls.
- On your answer machine message, never say you?’re not at home. Just say you?’re not by the phone.
- If a prowler enters your home, GET OUT!! Go to a neighbor and call the police.
- If you come home and you think someone is in your home, DO NOT ENTER!!
- Go to a neighbor and call the police.
- Contact the SAPD Crime Prevention Specialist at your substation and schedule a free home security survey.
WHEN YOU?’RE WALKING:
- Always be aware of your surroundings, and the people who are around you.
- Avoid walking alone; either walk with someone, or walk in areas where others are near.
- Stay in well lighted areas, away from alleys, bushes, and doorways.
- Avoid shortcuts through alleys, parks, vacant lots, or other deserted places.
- Walk in the middle of the sidewalk facing traffic.
- NEVER HITCHHIKE OR ACCEPT RIDES FROM STRANGERS!!
- If the driver of a car stops and harasses you, walk in the opposite direction.
- If you are walking to your car in a parking lot, and anything makes you feel uncomfortable, TRUST YOUR INSTINCTS, go back in the store. Get someone to walk with you to your car.
- When you approach your car, check the back seat and under the car.
- Have your keys in your hand. Enter the car, lock the doors, and drive away.
- DO NOT SIT IN THE CAR IN THE PARKING LOT AND CHECK YOUR PACKAGES!!!
- ALSO : If you have a cell phone, carry it with you when walking or driving and be prepared to use it to call for help. Know what numbers to call and be prepared to give your exact location to the emergency operator.
SEXUAL ASSAULT PREVENTION
- Make sure all your windows and doors are locked, even when you are at home.
- Never allow strangers in your home.
- Single women, last name only on your mail box.
- Avoid parking in isolated areas.
By Crown Meadows Leadership
Seen anything suspicious lately? Let everyone know!
WHEN YOU?’RE AT HOME:
- Replace or rekey all locks when you move into a new home or apartment.
- Install 1'' case hardened steel deadbolt locks on all exterior doors.
- Keep windows and doors locked at all times.
- Have curtains or blinds on all windows, and keep them drawn.
- Install a 190-degree door viewer or door scope in your front door. Look before opening your door to anyone.
- Require Identification from all repair persons or public service individuals without opening the door.
- Hang up on frightening or obscene calls. Invest in an answer machine and screen your calls.
- On your answer machine message, never say you?’re not at home. Just say you?’re not by the phone.
- If a prowler enters your home, GET OUT!! Go to a neighbor and call the police.
- If you come home and you think someone is in your home, DO NOT ENTER!!
- Go to a neighbor and call the police.
- Contact the SAPD Crime Prevention Specialist at your substation and schedule a free home security survey.
WHEN YOU?’RE WALKING:
- Always be aware of your surroundings, and the people who are around you.
- Avoid walking alone; either walk with someone, or walk in areas where others are near.
- Stay in well lighted areas, away from alleys, bushes, and doorways.
- Avoid shortcuts through alleys, parks, vacant lots, or other deserted places.
- Walk in the middle of the sidewalk facing traffic.
- NEVER HITCHHIKE OR ACCEPT RIDES FROM STRANGERS!!
- If the driver of a car stops and harasses you, walk in the opposite direction.
- If you are walking to your car in a parking lot, and anything makes you feel uncomfortable, TRUST YOUR INSTINCTS, go back in the store. Get someone to walk with you to your car.
- When you approach your car, check the back seat and under the car.
- Have your keys in your hand. Enter the car, lock the doors, and drive away.
- DO NOT SIT IN THE CAR IN THE PARKING LOT AND CHECK YOUR PACKAGES!!!
- ALSO : If you have a cell phone, carry it with you when walking or driving and be prepared to use it to call for help. Know what numbers to call and be prepared to give your exact location to the emergency operator.
SEXUAL ASSAULT PREVENTION
- Make sure all your windows and doors are locked, even when you are at home.
- Never allow strangers in your home.
- Single women, last name only on your mail box.
- Avoid parking in isolated areas.
By Crown Meadows Leadership
