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BRADFORD OAKS
What is Neighborhood Watch?
(by current Program Coordinator, Fred Capretta)
A Neighborhood Watch program is a group of people living in the same area who want to make their neighborhood safer
by working together and in conjunction with local law enforcement to reduce crime and improve their quality of life. This is
homeland security at the most local level.
Neighborhood Watch Benefits
a reduction in crime
a better quality of life
a greater sense of security, responsibility and personal control
building community pride and unity
preparing for helping others and ourselves in our community
becoming the extra “eyes and ears” of law enforcement
Bradford Oaks Land Owners Association aka BOLOA has 7 Street Captains and a Program Coordinator.
(If you would like more information, the Program Coordinator can be reached at watch@bradfordoaks.com.)
The Street Captains responsibilities include:
Acting as liaison between block residents and the Neighborhood Watch Coordinator
Walking your area via a casual stroll in the evenings looking for any suspicious cars or individuals and talking with neighbors about any safety concerns
Visiting and inviting new residents to join; notifying them of meetings and training sessions
Contacting each neighbor occasionally to discuss possible crime problems, needs for assistance and suggestions for program improvement
A couple of Street Captains as well as I will do a vehicle patrol at varying times. Our cars will have signs reading
BOLOA PATROL. Our efforts will supplement the Sheriff Department's periodic daily patrols.
If unwanted persons arrive at your door, the Summit County Sheriff Department suggests:
1. Not to open your door. Just walk to the side window of your front door and ask in a loud voice—
"What do you want?" as you purposely take their picture on your phone. If they try to pitch you for
something, or anything else for that matter, tell them "Sorry--soliciting is prohibited in this development."
2. After they leave call 911 and tell the dispatcher "There was a suspicious person at my front door. Please
send a patrol car and ask the officer not to mention that I was the one that called."
(If necessary you might have to explain to the dispatcher that there is No Soliciting in our development as we
have posted signs at all entrances. Most homes also have posted signs. We are all concerned about suspicious
people in our development as we have had some burglaries.)
3. Send an email to homeowners@bradfordoaks.com notifying everyone that “Some suspicious person is
in the neighborhood (and is going door-to-door) and the police are on the way!”
Please remember that we are all in this together. We must be diligent and look out for each other. That is the
main purpose of a neighborhood watch program.
Sgt. Mike Walsh is the program director for the Neighborhood Watch program for Summit County. His number
one recommendation is: Whenever in doubt---Call 911.
Periodically I'll be sending you more information and safety tips that you can implement to help you deter
burglars and make your home and family a safer place to live.
Neighborhood Watch: Welcome
Watch Committee
This program is headed up by the BOLOA Neighborhood Watch Committee consisting of Street Captains and the Program Coordinator.
Street/Block Captains - Block Captains are residents volunteering their time and efforts to serve as a conduit between residents, Committees, and the Board of Directors of our Homeowners' Association. They will be led by a qualified chairperson who will serve as the Neighborhood Watch Coordinator. Duties and responsibilities include greeting new residents of their block of responsibility, monitoring houses during vacations, distributing information regarding HOA events, HOA committees and website, Board of Directors, Town information, local events, and public safety information. Block Captains will also report to the BOD any pertinent information such as public safety concerns, street light outages, street maintenance, or any other concern for their block of responsibility.
Goals of the Committee:
Enhance safety awareness in the community.
Take a leadership role in working with local law enforcement and organizing a crime-prevention network of block captains for every street in the neighborhood so that residents may watch out for one another.
Investigate the latest ideas and trends in both property crimes and crimes against persons and how to prevent those types of crimes in the community, and communicating this information to the community.
Functions/Responsibilities:
Work with the local police department to establish a crime watch or similar program
Establish block captains
Communicate other safety needs / precautions / recommendations to the neighborhood via the newsletter, website, or other board approved medium
As needed-work with the city to implement traffic improvements such as stop sign, speed-limit enforcement, reduction, and/or signs; cross walks, school zones, etc.
Coordinate attendance of Police Department representative for annual meeting to discuss and educate homeowners
Report activities to and work at the direction of the Board
If you wish to get involved, please contact the Program Coordinator at watch@bradfordoaks.com.
Neighborhood Watch: About
How to Deter Burglars: Keeping Potential Robbers Away From Your Home
In recent years technology, law enforcement and neighborhood watch programs have been good s to deter burglary.
Enclosed is a synopsis of important information and tips from several law enforcement and safety agencies.
What is Burglary?
While most of us understand the basic concept of burglary, not many of us understand the specifics of what defines burglary or that there are actually four classifications of burglary. So what is burglary in its basic definition? Burglary is the unlawful entry to a structure and it does not always involve theft but may sometimes. The important thing to remember about burglary is that it involves the entrance of a structure by an individual who is not authorized to enter said structure. While burglary for some is synonymous with breaking in to a structure, it can also include entering in to a structure through an unlocked or open door or window so long as the individual has no right to be within the structure.
The Four Types of Burglary
There are four types of burglary: completed burglary, forcible entry, and unlawful entry without force and attempted forcible entry. All of these types of burglary involve legal ramifications.
Completed Burglary
Completed burglary takes place when an individual is not permitted to be in a structure by legal right, yet they succeed in gaining entry to said structure by the use of force or without the use of force.
Forcible Entry
Forcible entry takes place when an individual that is not permitted to be in a structure by legal right, enters said structure by the use of force. Force can be classified in a various number of ways including breaking a lock from the door, breaking a window or slashing a door or window screen.
Unlawful Entry without Force
Unlawful entry without force takes place when an individual that is not permitted to be in a structure by legal right, enters said structure without the use of force. This type of burglary can involve entering a home through an open or unlocked door or window.
Attempted Forcible Entry
Attempted forcible entry takes place when an individual that is not permitted to be in a structure by legal right, attempts to enter said structure by force. Since this is attempted forcible entry it does not involve the actual entry in to the structure. This type of burglary can involve the burglar trying but not succeeding in their burglary attempt or being caught during the act of trying to obtain forcible entry.
The Impact of Property Crime
Regardless of whether or not a burglar succeeds in their burglary attempt, there are still impacts of all four types of property crime. Anyone who has experienced burglary first hand can tell of the immense impact that this property crime had upon them. One of the most devastating impacts that property crime has on its victims is the feeling of violation. Having a complete stranger target your home for burglary is just the first step of that violation, when personal property is destroyed or vandalized in an attempt to gain entry that too leaves a feeling of being violated. A burglar certainly takes no care when rummaging through personal possessions and this is perhaps one of the most devastating aspects of a successful burglary for the homeowner. So what can be done to decrease the incidence of property crime?
Ways in Which You Can Decrease the Potential for Experiencing Property Crime
One of the most important things that someone can do to decrease the chance of experiencing property crime is the installation of security technology such as a burglar alarm system or security cameras. With these technological methods aside, there are still a number of other things that can be done to decrease the chance that a home will be targeted by a burglar.
Neighborhood Watch
Living in a neighborhood that enforces neighborhood watch is another good way to promote safety, not only for the individual homeowner, but also to develop a safe neighborhood. A successful neighborhood watch is one that involves an entire community of vigilant neighbors who work together to enforce a safe community for each of its members. While it is rarely something that individuals take in to account when moving in to a new home or neighborhood, this type of cooperation is a key factor in discouraging criminal activity of all sorts.
Avoid Mentioning Travel Plans Online
Whether it’s your children talking about an upcoming vacation or whether it’s you talking to a friend in the post office about an upcoming business trip, mentioning travel on or in public forums is dangerous. In these types of situations anyone could overhear the fact that the home is going to stand empty for a few days and this is an invitation to prospective thieves to target your home. One of the most difficult things for children to understand is that when they mention outings innocently on their social networking pages, they are inviting the entire world in to burglarize their home while they are out.
Deadbolt Locks
Deadbolts make burglary difficult and burglars don’t like difficult. The longer a burglar spends in your home, the higher the chances are that he or she will be caught in the act. Deadbolts on doors make your home a more difficult target to break in to, but it is important to purchase high quality locks to ensure that they are not easily compromised. Locks for exterior doors of the home should be grade one or grade two locks, these locks are more likely to resist a burglar’s lock picking attempts and are less likely to give in to tampering. Good quality deadbolts will also have a beveled casing that will reduce the likelihood of the lock being compromised by channel lock pliers that are used with other lock types to sheer off the cylinder pins in the lock.
Dog Ownership
Dog ownership has long been a cited method of maintaining a safe home and deterring against burglars. When given a chance to burglarize a home at random, burglars are much more likely to target a home that does not have a dog rather than a home that does have a dog. Large dogs are intimidating because of their appearance and pitch of their bark, but even a small dog can be effective in warding off intruders. It should be noted that while having a dog in the home is an additional measure to guarding against burglary, it should never be the sole reason for owning a dog. Dogs require upkeep and companionship so unless a family is prepared to take on a long term responsibility which involves bringing another family member in to the home, this should not be considered as a method of deterring burglars.
Home Safe
Home safes are one of the most important steps that homeowners can secure important documents and priceless possessions. While taking home security prevention methods is a great way to protect the home against burglary, there is no assurance that a burglar will not somehow find a way to enter your home. All it takes is for one family member to forget to lock a door and all of the home security efforts in the world would not make a difference. While safes may seem clunky and inconvenient, they are the only way to ensure that important documents and possessions have an additional degree of protection from home invaders. Once inside your home, burglars want to take valuables and leave in minutes; this leaves no time for breaking in to a safe.
Home Security System
The simplest, most effective action you can take to prevent future burglaries and protect your family is to install a monitored home security system. Security systems alert you when an intruder enters your home, and they have loud alarms which tend to scare intruders away before they can do any real damage. These systems, if monitored, also notify local authorities so they can investigate the reason the alarm was activated.
Keep a Record of Valuable Personal Property
Homeowners and home renters should always carry a degree of insurance to help to protect them against any losses that may occur as the result of a disaster or theft. Most companies that provide this type of insurance prompt their customers to always keep a note of personal property that they consider to be valuable. This practice ensures that if your home does become the target of a thief and any valuable property is lost that it can be identified by police if found and the homeowner can be compensated under their insurance policy. While keeping a note of valuable personal property is not a deterrent method for burglars, it is a step that homeowners should take in order to protect themselves should a burglary occur.
Maintain a Well Lit Property
By the nature of burglary, light is counterintuitive. Burglars do not work in well-lit areas because the chance of being caught is much higher than working in the dark. Making sure that outdoor lighting is always functioning well is a key aspect of maintaining a safe property, having a well-lit front porch means nothing if the back side of a house is not lit at all, perform a full audit tonight to determine the areas of your property that need lit.
Televisions and/or radios
Along with proper lighting keeping one of these on and at a loud volume can give the impression that someone is home.
Monitor Mail and Newspaper Delivery
The presence of mail or newspaper buildup is a huge tipoff to burglars. Place a hold on mail delivery or have a trusted neighbor collect mail if you are going to be away for an extended period. Keep in mind that burglary is not the only concern when it comes to mail. All of those credit card offers and other secure information can be used for identity theft in the wrong hands. Consider a locked mailbox to prevent identity theft.
Paper Shredder
All homes, regardless of their income level, should make use of a paper shredder in order to keep personal information hidden and avoid having their identities stolen. For those homes with a significant amount of income, utilizing a paper shredder is even more important because burglars are always going to target homes where they feel that they can gain the most from the least amount of effort. Placing un-shredded items in the trash is not only a method for giving away personal information and increasing the opportunity for identity theft to take place, but it is also a method for burglars to find out whether or not a home is worth the effort of being burglarized.
Secure Sliding Doors
Sliding doors are a particularly easy way for home invaders to get access to your home because they are rarely fitted with secure locks or other security mechanisms. One affordable means of securing a sliding French door is to place a curtain rod in the sliding track to prevent the door from being slid open at any point. While many home security stores sell more advanced products, most people find that this simple and affordable technique works just as well.
Timing Devices
Timing devices may seem like a rather old method for deterring burglars, but it is a method that has proven successful - so successful in fact that it is a tool that has been built upon as time has progressed. Timing devices are a great tool to implement in the home whether or not the homeowner is on vacation because they switch on lighting or technology within the home even when no one is home. One of the best methods for implementing timing devices is to plug them in and program them for normal times of activity when the family is out of town. By setting timers to turn on lights, turn down blinds, and to turn on radios or televisions is a way to give the impression that the normal daily routine is in progress even when no one is home and this itself is enough to turn potential burglars away. Timers also serve to make a safer home for those living alone or living with spouses who are frequently out of town or not at home during specific hours. Coming home to a dark house is not only scary but it can also be particularly dangerous specifically for women living alone, setting up timing devices allows for a safer atmosphere when returning home at dusk or dark.
Utilize the Garage
Burglars often observe properties that they are planning on burglarizing to try to establish a pattern of when the home is active and when it is empty. For homes that have garages, one of the most important things that a homeowner can do is to always keep the car inside the garage. When homeowners do not utilize garage space, they leave their car out in the open where it can be observed by passersby which means that it is particularly easy for burglars to observe when there is and is not someone home.
Also zip-tie your interior garage door pull cord to prohibit someone from reaching in above the garage door from the outside and pulling it free making it easy to open the door.
The SIGNS your home is being cased may be subtle and require you to be as observant as Janssen. Here are four of the top indications your home may be targeted by a potential burglar.
1. Strange Vehicle on the Street
An unknown vehicle parked outside your home could be a warning sign. Look for vehicles that do not belong to any of your neighbors or people visiting them, or a vehicle that seems to be lingering in the area for no apparent reason. The vehicle may be parked for an extended period of time, or it may return at random times. Either could be an indication that someone is trying to learn your routine and determine the best time to strike. You should also be wary of strange vehicles with heavily tinted windows or cars parked at angles so you can’t identify the occupants.
2. Stranger Walking the Street
An individual walking or jogging for exercise is easy to spot. They wear appropriate attire, and often sport headphones or exercise with friends. If you spot someone who is walking down the street, but does not fit the profile of someone exercising or walking as a form of travel, take a minute to observe what they are doing. If they are walking slowly, intently observing their surroundings and showing an inappropriate amount of interest in your house, they may be casing your home, looking for vulnerabilities.
Some Final Thoughts and Tips
We have just discussed what to do after a break in and a few small, proactive steps that can help you prevent future ones. The most important tips to remember are:
Always keep all doors and windows locked.
Install a home security system as soon as possible.
Hopefully, you will never experience a home invasion, but if it does happen, call the police and keep your family out of harm’s way.
Neighborhood Watch: About
SAFETY TIPS FOR TEENAGERS
Excerpts from UMSL Childrens Advocacy Center, 2015
Staying Safe when Going Out:
Always make sure you have a safe way home at night whether you get a ride or have somebody meet you;
Make sure someone always knows where you are going and when you will be back, even if they only have a general idea it is better than nothing;
Being alone at night is never a good idea when traveling outside. It is always a good idea to go out in a group or at least with one other person;
Avoid isolated areas at night since that is where you are the most vulnerable. Do not take unnecessary shortcuts at night that are out of the way and could be potentially dangerous;
If you have a cell phone, it is a good idea to bring it with you so you have easy access in case you need to make a call;
Carry extra money for a taxi in case you get stuck for a ride;
Don’t travel with people that you don’t know well or trust. They may put you in a situation that you don’t want to be in;
If you are walking at night, stay alert to your surroundings. In addition, you should also convey with your body language that you know where you are going and don’t want to be bugged (keep your head up, walk purposefully);
If you live in an apartment building, don’t get into an elevator if you don’t feel safe;
If you are taking the bus, sitting near the driver so you are not isolated at the back of the bus can be a good idea;
If taking the bus or subway, wait in the designated safety area or wait near the token booth;
If you are traveling in a car, there are still a few precautions you should take:
Keep all your windows and doors locked and keep purses and packages out of sight;
Try and park in a non-isolated, lit area;
Have your keys ready before you approach your car. Have them in hand before you leave the building you are coming from as having to fish around in your pocket or purse can leave you vulnerable for just enough time for something dangerous to happen while you are not paying attention.
Although it seems obvious, don’t hitchhike or pick up a hitchhiker. In either situation, the person is someone you don’t know and can be a potential danger;
Be sure to have a cell phone in case you need to make an emergency phone call from the car.
Staying Safe when Drugs and Alcohol are Involved:
Always go out with a group or at least one other person you trust. This is in case you or your friends become drunk; at least there are others there to make you look and feel less vulnerable to potentially dangerous situations.
Never consume an unknown substance because you never know the effects it can have on your body and your mental state of mind. If you consume something that you don’t know the effects of, you may end up in an incoherent state and you may not have the ability to think about your own safety.
Don’t accept alcohol (or drugs for that matter) from people you don’t know and trust. You might think you know what is in it and what it will do to you, but it only takes a moment for someone to add an additional drug or other substance to that drink to make you much more intoxicated and vulnerable then that drink should have made you.
On that note, never leave your drink unattended, someone could spike it or put an unknown substance in it. If someone puts an unknown drug in your drink, it could cause you to be in an undesired mental state or even unconscious.
Never get into a car where the driver has been drinking or doing drugs.
Always look out for intoxicated friends. If friends of yours or people you know become intoxicated, keep an eye out for them in order to prevent them from being in a compromising situation.
Never leave with someone that you don’t know that well. Although you don’t want to travel alone at night, you don’t want to get a ride or leave with someone you can’t completely trust either.
If you are stuck for a way home or the person that was supposed to drive you home drinks, it is better to call your parents for a ride. Parents will be angrier if you jeopardize your own safety rather than call them for a ride home.
Party Tips:
If you and/or your friends drink, it is a good idea to have at least one person in the group that stays sober in order to watch out for the safety of intoxicated friends.
Never go with a person you just met at the party to an isolated place—because you just met them you don’t know if they can be trusted. Most people seem nice when you first meet them.
Never leave an intoxicated friend alone because sometimes when people drink too much they are susceptible to being misled and are vulnerable.
If you are camping or at a cottage, be careful of where you go, whether it is to the woods or to an unfamiliar town.
If you are at an outdoors party, try to stick close to the group because the outdoors at night is an unsafe place, especially secluded places, you might even get lost.
If you drink yourself, stick close to your friends.
Never leave your drink unattended because someone can either spike it or put an unknown drug in it. This includes drinking from a punch bowl.
Be wary of people you and your friends don’t really know. It is better to be overcautious than not cautious enough.
Always leave the party with the same people you came with.
Despite your safety precautions, you may find yourself in a situation where you are approached by a person who poses a threat to you. There are a few things that you can do to prevent the situation from becoming dangerous:
Try your best to remain as calm as possible and try not to panic or become angry. If you are calm, you will be able to react and think more logically.
If someone you don’t know stops you for directions or to ask you a question, tell them you are in a hurry and keep walking.
If the person wants your money or wallet, simply give it to them. In this situation, you don’t want to change theft into a violent circumstance.
If possible, make a conscious effort to remember features about the person in order to be able to give a description about them later.
If you feel you are being followed, cross the street, go to a more populated area, go into a store or knock on the door of a house nearby to make yourself less vulnerable. If you are being followed by a car, change directions and try to get their license plate number.
If you are in an elevator and approached, hit the alarm button and press as many floor buttons as possible;
Above all use your instinct, if something doesn’t feel right then it probably isn’t.
If you are approached, and you feel like your safety is threatened, or the person is harassing or scaring you, don’t hesitate to call the police immediately and identify yourself and where you are.
Tips to help avoid situations that might lead to date rape:
Examine your feelings about sex before going too far. Do not just decide what you feel “in the moment.” Deciding beforehand will make you less vulnerable to persuasion and forced intercourse.
Set sexual limits for yourself. Do not perform or let anyone perform any sexual act towards you that makes you feel uncomfortable that exceeds your limit. Never feel ashamed about setting limits.
If the person you are interested in is someone worth dating, they will respect your limits.
Communicate firmly and early to your partner what your expectations for sexual encounters are. This will make it easier for your partner to know and accept your decision.
Don’t be afraid to be forceful and firm if you feel uncomfortable. If you are uncomfortable or fearful in a situation then get out of there, listen to your instincts.
Be aware that alcohol and drugs are often related to date rape. Be sure to always have a friend with you who you trust in situations where you are drinking or using drugs and watch out for each other.
WAYS TO PROTECT YOURSELF FROM THE DATE RAPE DRUG:
Never leave your drink unattended.
Do not accept a drink from someone you do not know.
Be careful who you are drinking with (i.e. Someone you just met).
At a party, do not accept any open drinks from anyone other than a trusted friend (even a soft drink may be spiked).
Be cautious of what you are drinking (i.e. from a punch bowl at a party).
Stay alert when at a party. Be aware of the behavior of your friends. If they appear much more drunk then they should be, you should become concerned and get them home safely.
Do not ever leave a party with a stranger or an acquaintance. Do not ever let your friends leave with a stranger or someone they do not know very well.
If you suspect you or your friend has ingested the drug, go immediately to the Hospital or call the Police. You can be tested for Rohypnol. This test should be done as soon as possible because the drug can only be detected within 48 to 60 hours of being taken.
What to do if you or someone you know has been raped?
Tell someone you trust who can help you. Having the support of a close friend or parent will help a lot. If the victim is someone you know, talk to them and offer them your help.
Contact a local sexual assault center. Many communities have sexual assault centers with counselors and 24/7 sexual assault crisis lines. They can be there for you and to answer any questions you have.
Get medical help if you need it. Go see your family doctor or go to your local hospital. If you have concerns about sexually transmitted infections or pregnancy they can also help you. Further, a doctor can also gather evidence that can be used to prosecute the offender. It is common to feel dirty and to want to shower however but it is important not to do this before seeing a doctor as otherwise evidence might be washed away.
Report the incident to police. Even if you are unsure whether it was a rape or not they can help you. The reality is if it feels wrong then it probably was.
Often victims are afraid of telling anyone because they don’t think anyone will believe them. However, friends, family, medical professionals, and police are there to help you. You will never know if they will believe you or not unless you try.
SAFETY AT SCHOOL
Although school is usually a safe place, difficult situations can sometimes arise. Because most of your time is spent there, you need to know what’s going on in your school.
If you or someone you know is threatened by another student, take them seriously. If in doubt on what to do in a situation like that, discuss it with your parents or someone you feel comfortable with, possibly a guidance counselor.
Be careful of people on school property who don’t seem to belong there. If they appear to be a threat to the safety of the students report it to the principal or someone else of authority in the school.
If you have problems with other students, becoming involved in a physical fight can make the problem worse. If you feel that your safety is threatened, letting someone know can help to the situation. Even though it may seem like a last resort, telling your parents or even teachers may provide a way to keep you from being harmed. Don’t let pride get in the way of avoiding intimidating situations.
If you are aware of other students bringing weapons to school, report it even if you have to do anonymously to protect your identity.
If someone at school makes you feel uncomfortable by:
Comments about your body;
Staring at you in an offensive way;
Inappropriately touching you, or anything along those lines...
That is considered sexual harassment and you should let someone know right away because that is not acceptable behavior.
If you are expected to go straight home from school and you aren’t going to, a call to your parents can’t hurt. This is to avoid getting in trouble and keeping them from worrying.
When you leave school, take a reliable route to wherever you are going. For example, don’t take a ride from someone you don’t know that well or travel alone when you aren’t too sure of where you’re going.
AND AT HOME...
Although being home alone
during the day or at night can be fun, it means you are in charge of your house or apartment for the time being. Translation: taking a few extra precautions is just part of the job. Whether you are babysitting or your parents are gone out for the night, you need to be on guard.
If you answer the phone and aren’t familiar with the person on the other end, don’t let them know you are home alone. If someone calls for your parents or siblings say they are busy or they are unable to come to the phone at that time.
Don’t reveal personal information about yourself over the phone. If someone calls doing a survey or selling something, just tell them you are unable to answer their questions.
Locking the doors and windows prevents people from entering your house without your permission.
At night, to make the outside more visible and to make it known that someone is home, leave your front and back lights on.
Know whom you can call for assistance if needed. For example your neighbors, friend’s parents or your parents work.
If you live in an apartment, don’t buzz people in that you don’t know.
If you have to answer the door, check to see who it is first if you have a peephole or can see outside. If you don’t feel comfortable, don’t answer the door but if you do answer the door, don’t let them know that you are there by yourself.
Don’t let people you don’t know into the house (even if they say they work for the phone company, hydro or something like that). Just let your parents know when they get home and they can deal with it.
SAFETY ON THE INTERNET
Although the internet can be a way to chat with friends, do research for school, and lots of other things, it can also be a very dangerous place.
Safety Tips for the Internet:
Never give out personal information about yourself or your family (address, location, name, age, school, telephone number).
When in chat rooms, social networking websites and even instant messaging, remember that not everyone is who they say they are. Predators can post fake names, information and pictures (someone claiming to be a 14 year old boy could be a 47 year old man).
Predators will even post a fake picture to pretend to be someone else. Therefore, do not plan to personally meet anyone you have met on the internet without first checking with your parents, as you could put yourself in grave danger.
If someone harasses you online, walk away from the computer, do not respond. Tell your parents and contact your internet service provider.
Predators attempt to lure people your age through the use of the internet. This is a danger to your personal safety and precautions should be taken.
Like bullies in you classroom, there are bullies on the internet. Cyber abuses are carried out by cyber-bullies. This is a unique form of abuse that occurs online or through cell phones in the form of hate messages, bashing websites, hacking, posting mean comments, posing as someone else in order to receive personal/private information etc.
Neighborhood Watch: About
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