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October Crime Prevention

The Captain and police officers of the 15th district would like to advise the readers of the Frankford Gazette that burglaries are up in the 15th district. We would like to take an opportunity to advise you of some simple “burglary prevention tips” to help you not become a victim.

  • Lock your doors and windows.  In most cases, burglars are getting into a home through open doors or windows.
  • Make your house look occupied, even if its not.
  • Get to know your neighbors and if you see any suspicious activity/persons call 911 and give a detailed description.
  • If you are the victim of a burglary do not clean up, call 911 and be prepared to give police a detailed list of the items that were taken.

Any questions or concerns, contact the 15th district at 215-686-3150/51 or email police.co_15@phila.gov

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Captain Bachmayer Would Like You to Know

Captain Bachmayer, District Commander for the 15th police patrol district asked us to spread the word about the increase in residential burglary in Frankford.  Although arrests were recently made, there is no reason to let down your guard.  The area roughly bounded by Torresdale Avenue, Margaret Street, Oakland Street and Unity Street have seen the greatest increase.  About a third of the burglaries involve vacant properties.   Generally they take place during daylight hours.  Owners of vacant property should know that you can lose a small fortune in copper pipes that burglars will take which will make your property uninhabitable.

Home owners should be vigilant and on the alert for suspicious activity.  If you have a burglary, no matter how small, call 911.  Do not disturb anything.  The police may want to take fingerprints for the investigation.

Check out John Loftus in the Northeast Times for some common sense ways to avoid burglary.  See below for a new way to get timely notice, sent to your email or cell phone, of things of interest from the police department.

 

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PSA 1 Meeting

Attendance was a bit low last night at the PSA meeting but there was a lot to discuss regardless.

Pete Specos of 15th district PDAC (Police District Advisory Council) announced that there would be another gun buy back on May 7th at the Second Baptist Church at Mulberry and Meadow Streets.  The last event was very successful with about 50 guns taken in.  The offer incentive is a $50 Shop Rite gift certificate per gun or family.  The event will run from 10AM till 2PM.

The PDAC will have its annual community day coinciding with the Mayfair Fair Day on May 14th from 10AM till 2PM.  The PDAC will be set up on the 3500 block of Ryan Avenue, just off Frankford Avenue.  Refreshments, exhibits and fun stuff for the kids all available.

Lt. Casselli, PSA Area 1

Lt. Casselli noted that thefts from autos are down since the beginning of the year which coincides with the campaign to make people in the area aware of the risks of leaving cars unlocked and with clues that valuables like gps or ipods might be within.  Arrests were made and that was good news.

Further discussion of specific crime areas and strategies followed.

The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for May 24th.  You can check the schedule at the 15th districts web site community meeting listing.

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Crime Alert from the 15th District

PHILADELPHIA POLICE DEPARTMENT
SPECIAL VICTIMS UNIT
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INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN
Date: 1-26-11

The information provided in this release is preliminary and based on initial reports. The incident details and offender description is derived from ‘flash’ information and is subject to change pursuant to investigation.  This information is not to be construed as a sole basis for probable cause or arrest.

Date/Time/Controls​       Location​Details

1/24/11 @ 3:30PM

DC# 11-15-007720

S# 11-265

5700 Ditman St.

12 year old female reports that an unknown male, driving a white van approached her and stated “Do you want a piece of candy, if you want a piece of candy, get in the van”.  She refused and ran away.  Offender: w/m, white beard, curly white hair and was heavy set.  NFD.