Latest safety updates near Dumfries Rd
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT2+ weeks agoAgencyAuto Theft Prevention Tips from our Crime Prevention Unit: For additional tips and information, visit: https://www.pwcva.gov/communitysafety •Remove valuables, including firearms, and secure doors and windows. •Never leave spare keys near the vehicle. •Park in well-lit areas at night. •If possible, park your vehicle in a garage or driveway, rather than on the street. •Add vehicle security stickers, whether you have an alarm or not. •Consider installing an audible alarm, if not already equipped. •Install a visible anti-theft device such as a steering wheel lock or flashing “alarm system” light which may deter a thief. •Install a tracking device and add a decal alerting thieves to the device. •Install a dashcam equipped with a “parking mode” that records if the vehicle is disturbed. •Always be on the lookout for suspicious activity and report concerns to #PWCPD 703-792-6500.12Like2
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT2+ weeks agoAgencyROMANCE SCAMS: As your social media and mailboxes fill up with new year’s greetings, you might see some unfamiliar names. Are the messages from long-lost friends or romance scammers trying to get close? Here are some things to watch for. Scammers pretend to be heroes in faraway places. The phony Marines, soldiers, admirals, generals, diplomats, and surgeons claim they can’t speak or show their faces because they’re in Afghanistan, Ukraine, or South Sudan — but they aren’t. Scammers say they’re in love. You can’t meet these faraway “friends” in person, but they’ll chat with you daily. Too soon, they surprise you with declarations of love, or ask to marry you, and say you can share all your secrets (and money) with them now. Don’t believe them. Scammers ask for expensive favors. They might ask you to accept a package of cash, gems, and gold and pay the fake “shipping fee” that really goes in their pocket. Or, they ask for new phones to replace broken ones or beg for gift cards and presents for the “kids they left back home.” (There aren’t any kids.) If you say OK to one request, they come back with another, and then another. Scammers always ask for money. They make plans to visit but tell you they’re delayed by costly problems: a lost airline ticket or visa, a medical emergency, or a blocked account. They say if you could send them some money, they could still come see you. But the minute your online love interest asks for money, you know it’s a scam. Want to know who else is a scammer? Anyone who asks you to share account numbers, send gift cards or wire transfers, or pay with payment apps or cryptocurrency. If you think someone is a scammer, cut off contact. Tell the online app or social media platform right away, and then tell the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov.23Like6
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT2+ weeks agoAgencyHOW TO KEEP YOUR RIDE SAFE! Motorcycle Theft Prevention Tips from #PWCPD Crime Prevention Unit. •Garage if possible. •If you don’t have a garage, try to park in a well-lit area with a motion-sensitive security camera that will notify you in the event it picks up any motion. Many cameras can now be set to recognize the difference between an animal and a person. •Use a motorcycle cover. It deters theft because it conceals what’s underneath. Thieves are more likely to steal something if they can quickly ascertain its value. Because theft is often a crime of opportunity, this can be a crucial step to preventing theft. •Invest in a motorcycle alarm. Many are Smart Systems with automatic self-arming and hands-free disarming security features. Motorcycle Cover alarms are available as well, triggering the alarm if the cover is removed. •Use a motorbike chain and lock to secure your motorcycle. Chains and padlocks are commonly fitted around the bike's frame or through the back wheel (the front wheel can be removed) to prevent your motorbike from being stolen. It can stop thieves from picking up your bike if attached to a secure, stationary object that can't be easily dismantled, such as a light pole. Use a lock that is not easy to cut through even with bolt cutters. •If traveling with other riders, lock motorcycles together when not in use.13Like
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT2+ weeks agoAgencySCAMMERS use fake Caller ID info to spoof phone numbers of companies like Apple and often claim that there's suspicious activity on your account or device to get your attention. Or they may use flattery or threats to pressure you into giving them information, money, and even Apple gift cards. https://support.apple.com/gift-card-scams If you get an unsolicited or suspicious phone call from someone claiming to be from Apple or Apple Support, just hang up. You can report scam phone calls to the Federal Trade Commission at reportfraud.ftc.gov or to your local law enforcement agency.9Like1
J. M.Dumfries Rd·2+ weeks agoReminder to lock your car doors! I was in the Wawa parking lot on Route 29 in Gainesville this afternoon and this woman pulled in next to my car and tried to open my passenger door. She had a pamphlet in her hand. Thankfully after she knocked on my window I remembered my doors weren’t locked and locked them just in time. As soon as I started video taping her she turned her back, got in her car and drove away. Be careful. Person Hair: Grey/ blonde long hair in pony tail, Top: Pink jacket, Bottom: Blue pants or jeans Vehicle Color: Grey, Make: Chevrolet, Model: Equinox, License Plate: TSL7988, Other Information: Wawa on Route 29 Gainesville, VA12Like17
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY2+ weeks agoAgencyThe scams people can fall victim to are getting more sophisticated and artificial intelligence, or AI, is exacerbating the problem, especially for the elderly. The Prince William Area Agency on Aging is hosting the AARP 2024 Scam Jam on April 5, 2024 to teach the 50-plus community how to recognize and avoid scams. You'll learn how to recognize scams, hear a first-hand account of fraud, get tips from the FBI, learn how AI is enabling scammers and have the opportunity to shred sensitive documents. Learn more at: pwcva.gov/news/prince-william-area-agency-aging-and-aarp-co-host-2024-scam-jam5Like2
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