Crooks are often portrayed as brilliant and devious masterminds. Well not in this case, I’m sure these guys will be on the next episode of Stupid Criminal Videos.
Gregory Slomans a South Florida homeowner decided to buy a home security camera system to feel safer, just minutes after the home security system was put in place, the homeowner and technicians were robbed.
They must be the dumbest criminals ever,” said Slomans his security cameras captured it all. Read more: http://cbs4.com/local/Ft.Lauderdale.Broward.2.628201.html

If you think you are safe behind your locked doorknob…think again.

The latest trend in criminal activity is “lock bumping,” and it is something that very few people are aware of. It works like this: A would-be intruder has some modifications (a series of special cuts) made to a regular key, then inserts that key into a lock and taps the key with a solid object like a piece of wood, screwdriver handle, or small hammer. It forces the lock to “unlock” so the key can be turned and the door unbolted, allowing the intruder into your home in only a matter of minutes.

It is believed this method of entry works on 90% of locks–the locks we are using to secure our homes and families. Law Enforcement hasn’t shared a lot regarding their knowledge of this dangerous trend, but it is important that the public be informed. (more…)

Dolphins linebacker Zach Thomas said the NFL talks to players about firearm safety and identity theft each season, “but they haven’t really gotten into the household (security). I’m sure they’ll add that.” Security experts told The Wall Street Journal last month that with businesses beefing up security, criminals have shifted focus to private homes of the more-often, security-deficient homes of the rich. Read the entire article: http://www.miamiherald.com/615/story/346697.html

Recent events at the homes of athletes and multi-millionaires have really pointed out the fact that we are all vulnerable to home invasion. It’s not only the rich and famous who are in peril–their tragedies simply get more attention because of their notoriety. Regular people all across the country are experiencing home invasions, theft, or physical violence from intruders.

The important thing to understand is that you don’t want your home or family to be “soft targets,” meaning easily-accessed for criminal activity. The paparazzi may not be hiding out in your bushes, but that doesn’t mean your family or home isn’t being watched. Everybody needs to feel safe in their home, and it is not difficult to secure the safety of your possessions and family. Below are some tips:
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