How to Secure Your Home without Buying a Security System

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"Do you have good deadbolts on all your doors? Strong latches on your windows? Do you always lock your doors and windows? Have a barky dog?
If you can answer “yes” to the first three questions, you’re way ahead when it comes to home security (and get extra credit for the dog). Because most burglars enter homes by simply opening unlocked doors or windows—or pushing and kicking locked ones until they open—even the most basic measures of protection will improve your security.
While it doesn’t take a genius to get at your stuff, the good news is that the incidence of burglaries is fairly slim: Only about one in 50 U.S. homes get broken into each year. Over time, however, the odds turn against you. And given the financial, physical, and psychological damage that can result from a burglary, it makes sense to do what you can to become more secure."

"Arc Light" Operation on MD 210, Indian Head Highway (July 18, 2018)

Picture from Chief Stawinski on Air One Cracking Down on Illegal ATVs on MD 210

• Chief Stawinski explains Air One's role in traffic safety
• Cpl. Knight provides ground support on MD 210
• Report from Major Keleti:
  Good afternoon CAC Members,
  Just a quick update as we conducted another Arc Light Operation on 210 involving our Special Operations Division.  The Operation was conducted on Indian Head Hwy/MD RT. 210 from the Charles County Line both at MD-228 and North of Bryans Road.
  Several Motorcycles were observed committing violations as traffic stops were attempted but they failed to stop as we didn’t pursue them.  Another motorcycle was observed traveling above the posted speed limit by our helicopter and a member of SOD.   The M/C stopped as the driver was operating an unregistered and uninsured motorcycle. The driver was arrested as he was found to be in possession of Marijuana and an outstanding warrant.
  Two Chevrolet Corvettes were stopped and cited for engaging in a speed contest on Indian Head Hwy.
  We (PGPD) are committed to enhancing the safety along Indian Head Highway and I thank you for the support.  As I have said many times, together WE can solve any issues with time.  Special thanks to SOD as they committed 19 officers and supervisors to the operation.  Have a great weekend and take care!
   Enforcement Statistical Totals [for the Arc Light Operation]:
  Citations 122
  Warnings 24
  SEROs 16 [Safety Repair Order (ex. Headlight out)]
  Impounds 2 vehicles
  2 Warrant Services
  1 Full Custody Arrest