Willow Oaks Neighborhood Watch

 
Neighborhood Watch - a joint effort between the Hampton police division and the community designed to instill a greater sense of security and reduce the fear of crime by putting the neighbor back into neighborhoods.
 
Block Captain - briefly, the main duties involve serving as a liaison between the area coordinator and the residents, and warning residents of any criminal or suspicious activity as necessary.  However, any crime or suspicious activity should be reported to the police first.
Andy Sawchak, neighborhood watch coordinator 848-4459

Check here to Identify your Block Captain

 

Crime Report

The crime report was provided by the Hampton Police Dept. for December through January, Group A offenses only.  The date is the day the report was filed with police, and not necessarily the date on which the incident occurred. 

12-26 - 300 Block of Falmouth Turning - Larceny, from building

12-28 - 300 Block of Lookout Pass - Tampering with auto

12-28 - 00 Block of Cushing Post - Larceny, from motor vehicle

01-04 - 200 Block of Beauregard Heights - Burglary/breaking & entering residence

01-23 - 300 Block of Beauregard Heights - Larceny, from motor vehicle

 

If you happen to witness an incident on your street, inform your block captain and the neighborhood watch coordinator after you have contacted the police.  The coordinator can then inform other block captains who in turn can relay the information to their neighbors.  In this way the community can be alerted and kept informed. 

Hampton Police Department Update

In an effort to conserve funds by reducing printing costs, the police department’s neighborhood watch newsletter that in the past had been distributed to residents’ doors twice a year can now be viewed at www.Hampton.gov/police/community. Click on ‘Neighborhood Watch’ at the left side of the screen, then ‘NW newsletter’.  It’s worth checking out, as it has valuable information and tips to help keep you and your family aware and safe. 

Other items of interest on the HPD website page are:
Crime statistics for the City of Hampton.  http://www.hampton.gov/police/community/crime_statistics.html

Tips on crime prevention as well as protecting yourself against auto and identity theft.  Click on ‘Crime Prevention’ at the left side of the screen, then choose a tip from the menu.

http://hampton.gov/police/community/crime_prevention_tips.html

The HPD held their first open to the public town meeting December 4 to address crime prevention strategies.  The topics included holiday robbery prevention tips, identity theft, and gang activity.  More of these informative meetings are planned for the future.  Notice of the date, time and place of these events will be posted on this website.

 

 Website for Information Regarding Sex Offenders

There is a website available that is helpful in identifying sex offenders that may be residing in the area.  http://familywatchdog.us  It is free and easy to use - after typing in your address, a map will appear.  You can zoom in by clicking on the numbers directly above the map.  Clicking on a colored square will provide information on the offender and his address.  Information is supplied by the Virginia State Sex Offender Registry.  For the sake of children, this is an excellent thing to pass along to family, neighbors and friends!  It is available in most other states also.  

Block Captain Update

Thank you and welcome to new block captain John Paulus for Wilderness Road 112-132.  Your participation is much appreciated!

Below are vacancies for which block captains are needed.  If you would like to participate or know of someone who might be interested, please call Andy at 848-4459 or andrewkimberly@verizon.net.

A certain percentage of street coverage by block captains is needed to maintain Willow Oaks status as a Neighborhood Watch Community.  Thanks to the volunteers, this status has been maintained! 

Beauregard Heights 238-258 
Talley Farm Retreat 300-307
Gaines Mill Lane 300-312       
Tenderfoot Court 300-305
Hollow Creek Court 1-6                 
Wilderness Road 154-164
Missionary Ridge 213-305           



 

 


WHEN SHOULD YOU CALL THE POLICE?

 

Calling the police is always a good idea when you want to get involved in crime prevention.  But sometimes calling the police or other authorities is more than a good idea-it is a must.

 

Surprisingly, many people hesitate to call the police out of fear of getting involved, or of being identified, or even of fear of sounding silly or overly-suspicious.  But the police need and want your help in preventing crime.

 

What happens to me when I call the police?

Naturally, the police need to know as much as possible when they deal with actual or suspected criminal activity.  When you call, the police operator will take as much information as is required to be able to send police to deal with the situation.  But more information may be needed later, or facts may need to be checked out, so always leave your telephone number with the police. You can still remain anonymous.  This means that your number will not be made known to police.  Simply tell the person to whom you are reporting that you wish to remain anonymous and your privacy will be respected.

 

 

 SOME EXAMPLES OF CALLS THAT REQUIRE THE POLICE:

 

·         Anything that looks suspicious and out of place for your neighborhood.

·         Anyone removing accessories, license plates or gasoline from a vehicle should be reported.                         

·         Unwanted guest or trespassing.

·          Anyone peering into parked vehicles may be looking for a vehicle to steal.

·         The sound of breaking glass or any other loud explosive noises could mean an accident, house break-in or vandalism.

·         Person loitering around schools, parks, secluded areas especially after hours.

·         A person hanging around asking suspicious questions about the neighborhood and does not live there.

·         Unusual noises such as gunshots, screaming, sounds of combat, abnormally barking dogs-anything suggestive of foul play, danger or illegal activity should be reported.

·        Anytime and every time you suspect that something is wrong, suspicious, dangerous, criminal or possible trouble has occurred, is occurring or about to occur.

 

Other examples provided by the HPD include:

·         A suspicious person going door to door asking for money or food.  This is a form of suspicious activity.  Some criminals case the area to see what items are inside your home and return.

·         A vehicle left on your street for days.  The vehicle could be stolen.  Call the police to check the status.

·         Vehicles parked at unusual hours with one or more occupants.  Call the police if it is suspicious for your neighborhood and makes you feel uncomfortable.

·         Suspicious individuals hanging on a corner.  Call the police if you feel uncomfortable with the activity.

·         Individuals hanging around schools after hours.  Call to enforce trespassing.

 

 

Numbers to call non-emergency 727-6111

Suspected drug activity 727-6830