In response to a request by the Board of Supervisors of Fairfax County and as a service to the public, the Animal Services Division has posted the list of dangerous dogs in Fairfax County to the county website. It can be found at http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ps/ac/dangerous-dogs-2005.pdf.
A dangerous dog is defined, in part, “as any canine or canine crossbreed that has bitten, attacked, or inflicted injury on a person or companion animal, or killed a companion animal.” Only a judicial determination can label a dog as a “dangerous dog.” The county code which outlines the procedures and responsibilities regarding dangerous dogs is Section 41.1-2-7. Controlling dangerous and vicious dogs.
Wednesday, October 19, 2005
Police Department Programs
SEXUAL ASSAULT FREE AND EMPOWERED (SAFE)
In the United States a woman is assaulted every six minutes. Three out of four women will experience at least one violent crime in their lifetimes. Could you effectively defend yourself if attacked? SAFE is a woman’s self-defense program that teaches realistic self-defense tactics and techniques. The program begins with awareness, prevention, risk reduction and avoidance. It then progresses to the basics of hands-on defense training. To learn more about SAFE or to register for the course, please call (703) 246-7806
The above was in the Eye on Crime newsletter for Oct/Nov. If you are interested in being on the email list for the Eye on Crime Newsletter and/or the Weekly Crime Report, Please contact the Crime Prevention Office via email at fracpo@fairfaxcounty.gov or call (703) 922-8263.
In the United States a woman is assaulted every six minutes. Three out of four women will experience at least one violent crime in their lifetimes. Could you effectively defend yourself if attacked? SAFE is a woman’s self-defense program that teaches realistic self-defense tactics and techniques. The program begins with awareness, prevention, risk reduction and avoidance. It then progresses to the basics of hands-on defense training. To learn more about SAFE or to register for the course, please call (703) 246-7806
The above was in the Eye on Crime newsletter for Oct/Nov. If you are interested in being on the email list for the Eye on Crime Newsletter and/or the Weekly Crime Report, Please contact the Crime Prevention Office via email at fracpo@fairfaxcounty.gov or call (703) 922-8263.
Saturday, October 08, 2005
Safety Alert - Money Stolen
The following incident was in the September 22-28 Weekly Crime Report:
Michael Robert Drive, 6300 Block: Money stolen from residence.
Michael Robert Drive, 6300 Block: Money stolen from residence.
Tuesday, September 13, 2005
Neighborhood Watch Meeting
There will be a Neighborhood Watch Committee meeting on Thursday, September 15 at 7:00pm. Greenwood residents are welcome to attend. Please send an e-mail to greenwoodnwc@gmail.com if you are planning to attend.
Thursday, September 01, 2005
Trick or Treat
Halloween is on Sunday, October 31st. Here are some Trick or Treating Tips to ensure a safe and fun night.
1. Costumes should be light in color and reflective (or use reflective tape).
2. Costumes should be comfortable for walking.
3. Costumes should be short to prevent trips, and other bumps in the night.
4. Carry a flashlight to see and be seen easily.
5. Use facial make-up instead of masks.
6. Walk with a parent or older sibling.
7. If a parent can't walk, Trick-or-Treat in a group.
8. Cross at corners. Never cross between parked vehicles or at mid-block.
9. If there are no sidewalks, always walk facing traffic and on or close to the shoulder of the road.
10. Stay close to home and only on streets and at homes you are familiar with.
11. Never enter a stranger's house or car.
12. Before eating those yummy treats, have a parent check them in a well-lighted place.
13. Instead of going door-to-door, consider having a Halloween costume party with treats, games, music, scary stories and much more.
1. Costumes should be light in color and reflective (or use reflective tape).
2. Costumes should be comfortable for walking.
3. Costumes should be short to prevent trips, and other bumps in the night.
4. Carry a flashlight to see and be seen easily.
5. Use facial make-up instead of masks.
6. Walk with a parent or older sibling.
7. If a parent can't walk, Trick-or-Treat in a group.
8. Cross at corners. Never cross between parked vehicles or at mid-block.
9. If there are no sidewalks, always walk facing traffic and on or close to the shoulder of the road.
10. Stay close to home and only on streets and at homes you are familiar with.
11. Never enter a stranger's house or car.
12. Before eating those yummy treats, have a parent check them in a well-lighted place.
13. Instead of going door-to-door, consider having a Halloween costume party with treats, games, music, scary stories and much more.
Friday, August 26, 2005
Safety Alert - Car vandalism
On Wednesday, June 29, a rear spoiler was stolen off the back of a car parked in a driveway on Levi Court between midnight and 7am.
Many Greenwood residents have had to deal with the volation of their car emblems stolen over the past years. While frustrating, it has mostly been a nuisance with minimal costs to the owners. The theft of the rear spoiler is becoming more and more common in Fairfax County as well as other counties and can cost thousands of dollars to repair depending on the extent of damage.
When filling out the police report, the officer made a point to mention proper lighting is the best way to prevent these crimes. The more nighbhors who leave their lights on overnight, the better the lighting, the safer the neighborhood is for everyone.
Many Greenwood residents have had to deal with the volation of their car emblems stolen over the past years. While frustrating, it has mostly been a nuisance with minimal costs to the owners. The theft of the rear spoiler is becoming more and more common in Fairfax County as well as other counties and can cost thousands of dollars to repair depending on the extent of damage.
When filling out the police report, the officer made a point to mention proper lighting is the best way to prevent these crimes. The more nighbhors who leave their lights on overnight, the better the lighting, the safer the neighborhood is for everyone.
Safety Alert - Sexual Offense-Exposure
A man exposed himself to a 10-year-old girl in the Franconia area. On Sunday, July 17 around 8 p.m., in the 6000 block of Topsails Lane a girl was in her home when she heard a noise at the back door. She looked out the door and saw a man exposing himself. The girl ran to tell her parents and the police were summoned. The suspect was described as a white man, 19-25 years old, blonde hair, wearing a dark t-shirt, jeans, and a black baseball cap. He was approximately 5-feet 8-inches tall and had a thin build.
The above incident was in the July 14-20 Weekly Crime Report. Within the same e-mail was a report of a compact disc player and a two way radio stolen from vehicle on Debra Lu Way.
If you are interested in being on the mailing list for the Eye on Crime Newsletter or on the email list for the Weekly Crime Report, Please contact the Crime Prevention Office via email at fracpo@fairfaxcounty.gov or call (703) 922-8263.
The above incident was in the July 14-20 Weekly Crime Report. Within the same e-mail was a report of a compact disc player and a two way radio stolen from vehicle on Debra Lu Way.
If you are interested in being on the mailing list for the Eye on Crime Newsletter or on the email list for the Weekly Crime Report, Please contact the Crime Prevention Office via email at fracpo@fairfaxcounty.gov or call (703) 922-8263.
Sunday, August 21, 2005
Important Phone Numbers
EmergencyPolice, fire and ambulance: 911
Fire and ambulance (non-emergency): 703-691-2131
Poison control: 800-222-1222
Sewer line breaks or emergencies: 703-323-1211
Power outage: 888-667-3000
Cable outage: 703-378-8440
General County InformationCounty: 703-324-3185
Animal control: 703-830-1100
Office for Children/child care: 703-449-9555
Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles: 800-435-5137
Disposal sites, Interstate 66 facility: 703-631-1179
Human Services: 703-222-0880
Rape crisis (domestic violence and sexual assault): 703-360-7273
Recycling information line: 703-324-5052
Virginia Department of Transportation: 703-383-VDOT
Fire and ambulance (non-emergency): 703-691-2131
Poison control: 800-222-1222
Sewer line breaks or emergencies: 703-323-1211
Power outage: 888-667-3000
Cable outage: 703-378-8440
General County InformationCounty: 703-324-3185
Animal control: 703-830-1100
Office for Children/child care: 703-449-9555
Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles: 800-435-5137
Disposal sites, Interstate 66 facility: 703-631-1179
Human Services: 703-222-0880
Rape crisis (domestic violence and sexual assault): 703-360-7273
Recycling information line: 703-324-5052
Virginia Department of Transportation: 703-383-VDOT
CRIME PREVENTION TIPS
"You Too Can Prevent Crime!!!"
- Be alert and report any suspicious activity to your Neighborhood Watch Committee greenwoodnwc@gmail.com
- Take Pride in your community - keep your property and surrounding area free of litter. Cleanliness deters Crime
- Lighting in and around your property can deter theft and vandalism.
- Never leave shopping bags or valuables in your vehicle where they can be viewed.
- Have a friend or neighbor collect mail and newspapers when you plan to be away from home for an extended period of time.
- Create a buddy system and assist each other, especially our senior members of the community.
- Guard yourself against Identity theft by destroying all bank statements, credit card applications, etc, before disposing.
- Join the Greenwood Neighborhood Watch Committee - working together can help promote a safer community.
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