NPD FACEBOOK POST - 9/10/14 - Big Y Store Foot Patrols
The Naugatuck Police Department has partnered with Big Y to provide a foot patrol at the store and parking area. This move was made to peace of mind to residents and shoppers following the robbery that occurred there over this past weekend.
The attached photo was taken last night of Officer Colin McAllister working the beat last night – As you can see he is not far from the entrance… which is not far from the deli… which is not far from the bakery….and we all know that donuts are made in the bakery … and we all know how much
cops LOVE donuts! … Anyway, officers will be visible and approachable to address any suspicious activity citizens and customers wish to report. Residents should feel safe to continue to shop at the Bridge Street plaza and we emphasize that robberies such as the one that occurred over the weekend are extremely rare, However here are some tips to stay safe and avoid becoming a victim of robbery:
ALWAYS CONCEAL:
All valuables should be concealed at all times. Cash and cell phones are highly desirable
items for thieves. They see it, they want it. In order to be safe, treat your cell phone and
any other valuable item like cash: don't let anyone know you have it.
REPORT SUSPICIOUS PERSONS:
Call the Naugatuck Police, (203) 729-5221, to report suspicious persons.
The police want to hear from you, and you could prevent a crime! When calling, provide as
much information as possible, including the time you noticed the person, the clothing worn,
the shoes worn, and the manner in which the person walked.
BE ALERT:
Always be aware of your surroundings, with particular interest to individuals near and
around you. If someone looks suspicious or makes you feel uneasy, avoid that person. Go
inside a store or business if necessary. If you must make a call while you are walking, go to
a safe, public place, like a store. Make your call, then conceal your phone the way you
would conceal your cash before going back to the street.
YOUR VEHICLE:
When leaving your vehicle, lock it and close the windows. Take your key. Don’t leave items
inside the vehicle, even if you think they look like trash. The items may still look attractive to
a thief. When you get in the vehicle, close and lock the doors immediately. Keep the doors
locked and the windows rolled up. Avoid making cell phone calls while driving. If you must
make a call, pull over and keep an eye on who is near your vehicle.
THE ATM:
Use ATMs in well lighted, populated areas. Store and bank ATMs during the day are best.
Scan the area before using the ATM. If you see a person loitering in the area for no
apparent reason, go to another location. If you see something strange during your
transaction, push cancel, take your card, and leave the area. During and after the
transaction, be alert. You’ll have cash in hand making you a possible target. Scan the area.
Leave immediately. If you suspect danger, promptly enter the nearest store or building.