Most burglaries can be prevented., In many of these burglaries, no force was used. That means the burglars got in through, UNLOCKED, doors and windows. Always lock your doors and windows even when leaving for, “just a minute.” , Never leave a house key available; under a doormat, in a flowerpot, or on the ledge of the door. These are the first places a burglar will look. Page 1, Tips to keep your home secure, : Exterior doors should have “dead bolt” locks with 1 inch strong metal bar extending into the door frame. Sliding doors and windows should all have “ventilation” locks as well as auxiliary locks to bolster security. Be sure to include good locks for garage, cellar, patio, or other doors that lead out through storage areas or a spare room. Install a wide-angle viewer in the front door. Never open…, Going out, or on a trip? Follow these tips, : Lock all doors and windows. Use timers so that lights, radio, TV go on and off throughout the house to indicate someone is home. For longer trips be sure to stop mail and newspaper delivery or have a neighbor collect them daily. In short, make your house look “LIVED IN.” Page 1, Remember, if you come home and see a broken window or a jimmied door, don’t go in. Confronting a burglar can be dangerous. Phone your local law enforcement agency immediately., Safeguard your valuables, : Another deterrent to would-be burglars is to identify your valuables. Page 1 Mark your valuables with your driver’s license number preceded by the letters “CA” or some other identifying mark in an obscure place. Burglars don’t want marked merchandise because it is difficult to fence and is evidence of guilt if they are caught. It also facilitates the return of stolen property when recovered.…, Being a good neighbor, : Often times, being a good neighbor is the best way to deter crime. Law enforcement officers can’t be everywhere at once, but you and your neighbors can. You’re the ones who really know what’s going on in the neighborhood. Put that neighborhood know-how to work. It’s simple: Just use your eyes and ears and then your phone. Don’t try to stop a criminal yourself, it can be dangerous. Instead, if…, Neighbors working together in cooperation with law enforcement make one of the best crime fighting teams around!, For more information about crime prevention, contact our, District Offices, staff, : Sergeant Zach Fay Sergeant Zach Fay North District Office 22701 Main Street Hayward, CA 94541 (510) 293-7114, Zachary.Fay@hayward-ca.gov,
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If you are a Hayward resident or work in Hayward and become a victim of identity theft, make your preliminary report with the Hayward Police Department and your case will be forwarded to and investigated by the jurisdiction where the crime occurred. Please visit the following links for resources to help protect yourself from ID Theft or recover your good name once you have become a victim. To…, DON’T BECOME A VICTIM! , Instructions for Identity Theft Victims, , ID Theft Report, (English), , ID Theft Report, (Spanish) IDENTITY THEFT PREVENTION Use the attached resources to help protect yourself from the fastest growing crime in the United States. Identity Theft Prevention Identity Theft Resource List Credit Freeze Instructions Credit Freeze Template Letters INCOME TAX FRAUD Income tax fraud is one of the fastest growing types of Identity Theft and the most difficult to prevent. It cannot be…, OTHER RESOURCES:, Office of the Attorney General Federal Trade Commission ID Theft Resource Center Privacy Rights Clearing House Social Security Administration Department of Motor Vehicles U.S. Postal Inspection Service
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It cannot be detected by a fraud alert, credit freeze or by monitoring your other existing accounts. The only way to prevent income tax fraud is by making sure you file your taxes before anyone else can. If you are already the victim of identity theft or believe your information has been compromised you may also file an affidavit with the IRS. Once filed, the IRS attaches a password to your…, Do not, assume that it is only your taxes that are affected., Important Links, :, Internal Revenue Services , When to file a Form 14039, Identity Theft Affidavit IRS Identity Theft Victim Assistance: How It Works Taxes. Security. Together. We all have a role to play in protecting your data, Franchise Tax Board, Identity theft, Federal Trade Commission, Report identity theft and get a recovery plan, State of California Office of the Attorney General, Identity Theft, Credit Agencies, Request your free annual credit report, Related Documents, : ID Theft Affidavit IRS Tax Return Waiver Form, For more information about crime prevention, contact our, District Offices, staff, : Sergeant Zach Fay Sergeant Zach Fay North District Office 22701 Main Street Hayward, CA 94541 (510) 293-7114, Zachary.Fay@hayward-ca.gov,
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You can reach the Internet Crime Complaint Center at, www.IC3.gov, ., The IC3 is a partnership between the Federal Bureau of Investigation, National White Collar Crime Center and the Bureau of Justice Assistance, which provides a central referral mechanism for complaints involving Internet related crimes., Additional Resources, : CyberTip Report (report chid sexual explotation on the internet) Office of the Attorney General Federal Trade Commission ID Theft Resource Center Privacy Rights Clearing House Social Security Administration Department of Motor Vehicles U.S. Postal Inspection Service, For more information about crime prevention, contact our, District Offices, staff, : Sergeant Zach Fay Sergeant Zach Fay North District Office 22701 Main Street Hayward, CA 94541 (510) 293-7114, Zachary.Fay@hayward-ca.gov,
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Follow these tips that can help you avoid becoming a victim of a crime when you are out and about or at work., Be prepared, : Page 1 Always be alert and aware of the people around you. Educate yourself concerning prevention tactics. Be aware of locations and situations which would make you vulnerable to crime, such as alleys and dark parking lots., Precautions when walking, : Be alert to your surroundings and the people around you—especially if you are alone or it is dark. Whenever possible, travel with a friend. Stay in well-lit areas as much as possible. Walk close to the curb. Avoid doorways, bushes and alleys where someone could hide. Walk confidently and at a steady pace. Make eye contact with people when walking. Do not respond to conversation from strangers…, Car safety, : Always lock car doors after entering or leaving your car. Park in well-lit areas. Have your car keys in your hand so you don’t have to linger before entering your car. Check the back seat before entering your car. If you think you are being followed, drive to a public place. If your car breaks down, open the hood and attach a white cloth to the car antenna. If someone stops to help, stay in…, Waiting for public transportation, : Avoid isolated bus stops, areas on train platforms etc. Stand away from the curb until the bus/taxi/rideshare arrives. Don’t open your purse or wallet while boarding the bus or stepping into the train station. Have your pass or money already in your hand. Don’t invite trouble—keep gold chains and jewelry out of sight; turn your rings around so the stones don’t show. Secure or hold your phone,…, On board the bus/train, : During off hours, sit as close to the bus driver or train conductor as possible. Stay alert—and be aware of the people around you. If someone bothers you, change seats and/or tell the driver or call the BART Police dispatch center (510) 464-7000., Additional BART Passanger Safety Tips, Page 1, Office security, : Never leave your purse or billfold in plain view or in the pocket of a jacket hanging on a door. Personal property should be marked with your Driver’s License number (preceded with the letters “CA”). Don’t leave cash or valuables at the office. If you work alone or before/after normal business hours, keep the office doors locked. If you work late, try to find another worker or a security guard…, If a crime does occur, report it, : Everyone should consider it his/her responsibility to report crime. Many criminals target favorite areas and have predictable methods of operation. When you report all the facts about a crime, it helps the police assign officers in the places where crimes are occurring or where they are most likely to occur. At lease one out of two crimes in the United States goes unreported, either because…, For more information about crime prevention, contact our, District Offices, staff, : Sergeant Zach Fay Sergeant Zach Fay North District Office 22701 Main Street Hayward, CA 94541 (510) 293-7114, Zachary.Fay@hayward-ca.gov,
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But why is it difficult to deter these crimes, : Quite simply, most vandalism, including graffiti and arson attacks, occur at night and on weekends when businesses are vacant. Many of the same precautions taken to discourage burglars may also discourage arsonists and vandals. By taking a few preventative steps, you can help curb these crimes against your business., Improve general security, : Page 1 Train employees to secure all doors, windows, skylights—especially entrances on alleys. Install and use an alarm system and make sure all employees know how to activate the system. Don’t allow landscaping to provide camouflage or hiding places. Keep your windows visible from the parking lot and street. Keep your property well-lighted at night. Train your employees to be watchful of…, Add fire prevention, : Install smoke detectors, automatic and tamper-proof sprinklers and other fire safety equipment. Regularly check and replace batteries on smoke detectors. Clear your premises of fuel sources such as landscape trimmings, newspapers, leftover paint, old rags and other trash. Keep storage and other infrequently visited areas secure. Secure flammables in a locked fire- resistant cabinet. Dispose of…, Vandalism Protection, : Page 2 Most vandalism, including graffiti occurs in the evenings and on weekends—so set up prevention techniques accordingly. Schedule custodial crews at night. Provide incentives for reporting vandalism and any information to catch suspects Immediately report acts of vandalism to your local law enforcement agency. Repair damage promptly—the sooner you repair vandalism, the less chance there…, For more information about crime prevention, contact our, District Offices, staff, : Sergeant Zach Fay Sergeant Zach Fay North District Office 22701 Main Street Hayward, CA 94541 (510) 293-7114, Zachary.Fay@hayward-ca.gov,
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In protecting your business from robbery, it is important to remember to take preventative measures and make it obvious that those measures have been taken., How to discourage robbery, : Avoid working alone. If you must, turn on a hidden radio or TV so robbers will think there is someone with you. Vary the schedule and route for your bank deposits each day. Keep only necessary cash in the drawer. Then, if you are robbed, you’ll reduce your losses. Make sure your cash register is clearly visible to passers-by. Arrange the counter so that the customer or robber is visible from…, More tips, : Record the serial number of the bottom bill in each bin of the cash drawer, and instruct employees not to use these bills in making change. Place colored tape markers at exits, at heights of 5 feet and 6 feet. If you are robbed, you can then get an accurate estimate of the suspect’s height as he or she leaves. Keep “bait” money in a spare compartment of cash registers. The bait packet should be…, If a robbery happens, : Someone points a gun at you and demands your money. What do you do? Give it to him. Never refuse a robber! If you have a silent alarm and can reach it unnoticed, use it. Otherwise, wait until the robber leaves. (Use your alarm with care. Excessive false alarms can cause problems for law enforcement and for you.) Page 1 If possible, signal other employees. Have a prearranged signal for such…, observe, . The description of the suspect you give to law enforcement may be the only information they have to go on., After a robbery, : Page 2 Call 9-1-1. Write down everything you can remember about the robber and the crime itself: the robber’s appearance (height, weight, color of hair and eyes, scars, tattoos, accent, anything unusual) and as much as possible about his clothing, weapons and mannerisms. Try to remember the robber’s exact words and try to observe any vehicle the robber uses to get away and the direction of…, For more information about crime prevention, contact our, District Offices, staff, : Sergeant Zach Fay Sergeant Zach Fay North District Office 22701 Main Street Hayward, CA 94541 (510) 293-7114, Zachary.Fay@hayward-ca.gov,
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Sexual assault is a violent crime—a hostile attack—an attempt to hurt and humiliate. It is, NOT, the result of “uncontrolled passions.” Sexual assault can happen to, anyone, . It can occur anywhere and at any time, in public or in your own home, day or night. Perpetrators are not necessarily strangers. In fact, in over one-third of reported cases, the perpetrator is an acquaintance, neighbor, friend or relative of the victim. Sexual assault is one of the most underreported crimes. Most perpetrators will keep on offending until they are caught, so it is important to…, Understanding Consent, : Consent is an agreement between participants to engage in sexual activity. Consent should be clearly and freely communicated. A verbal and affirmative expression of consent can help both you and your partner to understand and respect each other’s boundaries. Consent cannot be given by individuals who are underage, intoxicated or incapacitated by drugs or alcohol, or asleep or unconscious. If…, Avoiding hazardous situations, : Sexual assault can occur in any situation and is, never, your fault regardless of the circumstances. However, by taking such steps as traveling accompanied and avoiding alcohol and drugs, you can substantially reduce your risks for being victimized. Many assualts occur in or near the victim’s home., One of the best ways to prevent sexual assault is to practice good home security, : Install effective locks on all doors and windows—and , USE, them. Install a peephole in your door, NEVER open your door without knowing who is on the other side. Require salespeople or repair people to show identification. If you live alone, use only your last name and initials on mail boxes and in telephone directories. If strangers telephone or come to your door, don’t admit that you are alone. Don’t let any strangers into your home—no matter what the…, DON’T GO IN!, Go to the nearest phone and call your local law enforcement agency., Don’t walk into danger. Be alert to your surroundings and the people around you—especially if you are alone or it is dark. Know where help may be if you should need it., Whenever possible, travel with a friend. Stay in well-lit areas as much as possible. Walk confidently, directly and at a steady pace on the side of the street facing traffic. Walk close to the curb. Avoid doorways, bushes, and alleyways. If you think you are being followed, walk quickly to areas where there are lights and people. If a car appears to be following you, turn and walk on the other…, FIRE, ! Page 1, Car safety. Keep yourself safe while traveling., Keep your car in good working order and the gas tank at least half full. Always lock car doors after entering or leaving your car. Park in well-lit areas. As you approach your car, have your car keys in your hand. Look under your car and check the back seat before entering. If you think you are being followed, drive to a public place. If your car breaks down, turn on your flashers, open the hood…, Get more tips on how to keep yourself and your loved ones safe below, : , Safety and Prevention Tips from RAINN, Safety for Parents, Safety for Students, Warning Signs, For more information about crime prevention, contact our District Offices staff, : Sergeant Zach Fay Sergeant Zach Fay North District Office 22701 Main Street Hayward, CA 94541 (510) 293-7114, Zachary.Fay@hayward-ca.gov,
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Lock up, : Page 1 An unlocked car is an open invitation to a car thief. Lock up whenever you leave your car, and take the keys with you. Lock the trunk or tailgate. Close all windows—professional thieves have tools that unlock cars through the smallest openings. When you park the car, remove cellular phones, stereo faceplates and other valuable possessions. Do not leave gift-wrapped packages or cameras…, Park carefully, : Don’t leave an auto in unattended public parking lots for an extended period of time. A car is five times more likely to be stolen from an unattended lot than from the street or an attended lot. If possible park your car in a lot where you don’t have to leave your keys. Never attach a tag with your name and address to your key ring. If the keys are lost or stolen, the tag will lead the thief…, Operation I.D., : With an electric engraver, etch your driver’s license number preceded by the letters “CA” on stereo equipment and other valuable items. Record your vehicle identification number (located on a small metal plate on the dashboard of newer cars) and store it in a safe place., Use “anti-theft” devices, :, When buying a car, check the manufacturer’s list of anti-theft options, such as interior hood and trunk releases, locking steering columns and others., Consider the purchase and installation of security devices such as, : Interior hood lock and release. Second ignition switch or “kill switch” to prevent electrical current from reaching the distributor coil. Fuel switch to prevent fuel from reaching the carburetor. Locking gas cap. Locking devices for batteries, wheels, decks, etc. Alarm device to activate a siren, horn or lights—or all three--to frighten the thief away. Device that attaches to the steering wheel…, Carjacking, : This is a violent, random form of auto theft. A driver of any vehicle can be a target of someone with a weapon. It can happen anywhere, day or night., Here are some precautions, : Keep your doors locked. Park in well-lit, busy areas. Be alert of your surroundings, of people approaching your vehicle. Stick with the traffic; avoid lightly traveled streets, especially after dark. Keep car and house keys on separate key chains. Keep the garage door opener in your purse or briefcase. When stopped in traffic, always leave enough room to make an emergency getaway. If someone is…, How to prevent theft of other motor vehicles, : Thefts of snowmobiles, motorcycles, boats and trail bikes are also increasing. Many of the same precautions that apply to cars also apply to recreational vehicles., Lock it:, Make sure all easy-to carry items like motors, water skis and camping gear are locked up before leaving your vehicle., Chain it, Vehicles carried on trailers should be secured with a strong chain and padlock. When the trailer is not attached to your car, secure it with a heavy chain and lock to a stationary object. Chain your motorcycle or snowmobile to a stationary object such as a lamppost or sewer grating. Even when your vehicle is in the garage, use a heavy chain and padlock that resist conventional steel hacksaw…, How to prevent bicycle theft, : Always chain your bicycle when leaving it—even for a short time. The chain should be case-hardened, at least 3/8” thick and covered with plastic or an inner tube to prevent scratching the bike’s finish. Make sure you use a sturdy padlock. Always chain both the rear wheel and the frame to a stationary object in a conspicuous place. If you only chain one wheel to the other, it can be thrown into…, Store it, Never leave your bicycle unlocked, even at home. Store it indoors or in a locked garage whenever you’re not using it., For more information about crime prevention, contact our, District Offices, staff, : Sergeant Zach Fay Sergeant Zach Fay North District Office 22701 Main Street Hayward, CA 94541 (510) 293-7114, Zachary.Fay@hayward-ca.gov,
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Hate crime or hate incident? , It is important to know the difference between a hate crime and a hate incident. A, hate incident, is an action or behavior motivated by hate but legally protected by the First Amendment right to freedom of expression. Examples of hate incidents include: name-calling, insults, distributing hate material in public places, and displaying hate material on your own property. The U.S. Constitution allows hate speech as long as it, does not, interfere with the civil rights of others. If a hate incident starts to threaten a person or property, it may become a, hate crime, . A, hate crime, is a crime against a person, group, or property motivated by the victim’s real or perceived protected social group. The law protects against many classes of hate crimes. , What to do if you witness a hate crime, : Report the crime to your local police or sheriff’s department. If hate crimes are not reported, the hate crimes may continue. , How to spot a hate crime, :, Here are signs of a possible hate crime, : The criminal chose the victim or property because they belonged to a protected group, like a certain religion or gender. The criminal made written or verbal comments showing a prejudice. The crime happened on a date that is important for the victim’s protected group. There is a lot of organized hate activity in the area. , If you are a hate crime victim, you should, : Contact the local police or sheriff right away! Get medical attention (if you need it). Write down the exact words that were said. Make notes about any other facts so you don’t forget them. Save all evidence (e.g., graffiti, egg shells, writing on victim’s vehicle). If safe, wait until law enforcement arrives and takes photos. Get the names, addresses, phone numbers, and emails of other…, What you and your community can do, : Speak out against hate and intolerance. Have community rallies to support victims. Offer support and help to victims. Ask public officials to speak out against hate crimes. Establish a hate crime network that includes law enforcement, local government, schools, religious organizations and community organizations. Ask them to respond to hate crimes immediately when they happen and to promote…, Where to find help, : , California Attorney General’s Victims’ Services Unit, (877) 433-9069 | TTY: (800) 735-2929, www.oag.ca.gov/victimservices, , California Department of Fair Employment and Housing, (800) 884-1684 | TTY: (800) 700-2320, www.dfeh.ca.gov, , California Victim Compensation Board, (800) 777-9229, https://victims.ca.gov/, , Find Your Local District Attorney’s Office, Victim/Witness Assistance Center, https://victims.ca.gov/for-victims/get-help/, , U.S. Department of Justice, Community Relations Services, (202) 305-2935, www.justice.gov/crs , More Information at California Attorney General’s Office, For more information about crime prevention, contact our, District Offices, staff, : Sergeant Zach Fay Sergeant Zach Fay North District Office 22701 Main Street Hayward, CA 94541 (510) 293-7114, Zachary.Fay@hayward-ca.gov,
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