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Crime AnalysisDeclassified Information

October 7, 2009

Feature of the WeekInternet Safety

Keeping our Children Safe

The U.S. Department of Justice's Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, the University of New Hampshire's Crimes Against Children Research Center and NetSmartz conducted a comparison study of “1,500 youth aged 10 to 17”. The study documented and compared the juvenile's “use of the Internet and experiences while online including unwanted exposure to sexual solicitation, sexual material, and harassment”. The statistical data was generated by comparing yearly reports 1999 and 2005. The statistics are disturbing. In 2005, 34% of juvenile Internet users “saw sexual material online” compared to 25% in 1999. Also, 4% said “online solicitors asked them for nude or sexually explicit photographs of themselves”. The chart below delivers SOBERING statistical data regarding teen Online Behaviors. And, “20% of teens report that this is safe (i.e.”somewhat” or “very safe”) to share personal information on a public blog or networking site”. Parents it's never too late to talk to your children or teens about protecting themselves and their identity from Internet predators. I strongly suggest visiting www.netsmartz.org. It is a wonderful website full of resources, stories, and has interactive activities for all age groups.

* Establish guidelines and rules.

* Know who communicates with your children.

Learn about the Internet.

*Consider using Internet filters or blocks.

How to Talk to Your Kids about better protecting their online livesPrepare your children for the online world just as you would for the real world.

*Familiarize yourself with the programs your children are using.

Place the family's computer in a common room where supervision and guidelines are met.Limiting your children's computer time is not enough to safeguard them on the Internet.* Talking about the benefts and dangers on the Internet and making sure your children are making smart decisions while online is also important.Explain to your children that Instant Messenger (IM) is only for chatting with school and family friends who they know by face and are approved by you.*Make sure they can put a face to every screen name on their IM “buddy list”.

65% of incidents happen in chatrooms.*Make sure your children know how dangerous it is to give out personal information such as their name, mailing address or E-mail address.*Stress the fact that it is not safe to get together with someone they first “meet” online.

Only 18% said they'll tell an adult.

The information and statistical data contained in this bulletin was gathered from netsmartz.org. 61% of 13 to 17 year olds have a personal profile on a site such as MySpace, Friendster, or Xanga. Half have also posted pictures of themselves online.71% reported receiving messages online form someone they don't know,45% have been asked for personal information by someone they don't know.30% have considered meeting someone that they've only talked to online.14% have actually met a person face-to-face that they've only spoken to over the Internet (9% of 13-15s; 22% of 16-17s)When teens received messages online from someone they don't know, 40 % reported that they'll usually reply and chat with that person.

Plus, the site offers an Internet Safety Pledge for all age groups; included is a snapshot of a pledge which is appropriate for grades K – 2. I like this because the language is easy for a small child to understand and follow. Plus it requires a signature from the child and parent/guardian. This teaches responsibility, and the importance of open communication with a parent or guardian.

Also, I added a brief list of Chatroom abbreviations.  There is a more extensive list on netsmartz.org however it's 13 pages long.  I found the list a bit overwhelming and I'm sure it's because I'm not texting proficient.   AAR (at any rate), there is a website that can translate the abbreviations; it is www.netlingo.com.  In order to translate find Internet Slang Translator.  I entered several abbreviations and FTMP (for the most part) it was correct.  I entered two longer abbreviations and the translator was unable to identify.  WTS (with that said), I still found it easy to use and the translations were on target.     

A/S/L? = age, sex, location

A/S/L/M/H? = age, sex, location, music, hobbies

BWO = black/white/other

DIKU = do I know you

EMA = what is your E-mail address

F2F = face to face

FITB = fill in the blanks

IPN = I'm posting naked

IRL = in real life

IYKWIMAITYD = if you know what I mean and I think you do

IYSWIM = if you see what I mean

KWIM = know what I mean?

LSV = language, sex, violence

M/F = male/female

MA – mature audience

MKOP = my kind of place

NAZ = name, address, zip

NP = nosy parents

OLL = online love

OT = off topic

P911 = my parents are coming!

PA = parent alert

PAL = parents are listening

PANB = parents are nearby

PAW = parents are watching

PIR = parent in room

POS = parent over shoulder

POTS = plain old telephone service

R/t = real time

RBTL = read between the lines

RL = real life

RSN = real soon now

RUMORF = are you male or female

RUUP4IT = are you up for it?

SITD = still in the dark

SN = screen name

SPST = same place same time

TAW = teachers are watching

TOPCA = til our paths cross again

TTTT = these things take time

WTGP = want to go private

WUF = where are you from

WYCM = will you call me

WYRN = what's your real name

Chatroom Abbreviations

Btw = between you and me

What to do if you suspect or know the following....... What NOT to do.......

If you think your child has received child pornography or has sent a naked picture of themselves

Discipline your child...they may be a victim of a crime

Your child has been solicited for sex while on­line Don't panic

Your child has received sexually explicit images from someone who knows that he/she is under 18

Don't use the computer any further.

CONTACT THE LARGO POLICE DEPARTMENT AT 587­6730 or 587­6728.

DO.....CALL THE LARGO POLICE DEPARTMENT. THEY CAN EXAMINE THE COMPUTER TO DETERMINE THE EXTENT OF THE ISSUE.

The Federal Bureau of Investigations has an interactive CD that is appropriate for all ages.  If you would like a free CD you can come to either Largo City Hall or Largo Police Department lobbies and pick one up.  The CDs will be distributed on a first come, first serve basis.

Visit www.netsmartz.org   

Protect and give your child the knowledge to protect themselves against internet predators.

There are software packages available that can be installed on computers for parents to view text messages, block unsuitable sites, etc...  Also, some are so sophisticated the parent can be alerted when their child either text messages or receives text messages containing certain words.  If you are interested in learning more a couple of reliable programs are Net Nanny and Safe Eyes.

The Largo Police Department does not endorse one software product over another.  These are just examples of available software.

Net Nanny:  pcmag.com: Review: http://www.netnanny.com

Bottom Line

Net Nanny does everything a parental­control utility should do. It also offers unique features like secure Web­traffic filtering and ESRB­based game control. Balancing privacy and security, it can record IM conversations only if they seem dangerous. E­mail alerts and full remote configuration let you manage wherever you are. Net Nanny remains our Editors' Choice for parental control.

Pros

Real­time content­based Web filtering, even in HTTPS. Can record all IMs and send an alert on problem conversations. ESRB­based game filtering. Interactive reports. E­mail alerts. Full remote management. Internet time scheduler now allows override.

Cons

New social­networking monitor is limited. More expensive than the competition for multi­PC households. Time­scheduler overrides not logged.

Safe Eyes: pcmag.com: Review http://www.internetsafety.com

Bottom Line

Safe Eyes 5 does everything you'd expect a parental control utility to do and more. Its Web­based protection covers up to three computers (PC or Mac) and allows remote management from a browser. And this is one tough cookie?the kids won't break its protection.

Pros

Blocks inappropriate Web sites. Controls Internet usage time, can control which programs access the Internet. Logs online activity. Remote management capability. Can alert via e­mail, text message, or phone.

Cons

Optional keyword­based URL blocking can block valid sites. Web­based admin interface can sometimes go blank waiting for server response

Employee Safety

Name: John KypourosDOB: 7/29/67

Please notify the Largo Police Department if you come in contact with Mr. Kypouros.  

LPD History09-10553: Information Report09-9931: Battery Simple Touch or Strike09-9960: Violation of PreTrial Release08-13418: Battery Simple Touch or Strike07-11375: Battery on 65 yoa or Older

  

City WideRobbery9/3/09 through 10/2/09

There have been 13 robberies City wide since September 3.  There doesn't appear to be a pattern and several individuals have been arrested.  

Location Date Time DOW Item Arrested09-10492 10/2/09 16:17 Fri09-10469 10/2/09 02:00 Fri09-10372 1180 Jasper St 9/29/09 19:58 Tue Money, Wallet

09-10322 1000 N Missouri Ave 9/28/09 14:00 Mon Miscellaneous 09-10290 1111 N Missouri Ave 9/27/09 15:27 Sun Miscellaneous

09-10134 3366 Camelot Dr 9/23/09 Wed Money 09-9968 9/19/09 23:15 Sat Brent Ryan

09-9928 1111 N Missouri Ave 9/18/09 Fri09-9735 9/8/09 16:30 Thurs Bike09-9535 9/9/09 13:10 Wed MP2 Player, Cell Phone

09-9427 9/6/09 Sun Attempted

09-9385 4100 East Bay Dr 9/4/09 Fri Money

09-9322 9/3/09 Thurs Money, Jewelry

Report Number

1499 S Belcher Rd8650 Ulmerton Rd

Randall Chunn, Glenn Stoner

21:45 21:50

1406 Clearwater Largo Rd N22:50 23:02

Patrick Corcoran

403 Clearwater Largo rd196 8th St NE

301 N Belcher Rd02:00 02:1522:45 22:46

1406 Clearwater Largo Rd N00:01 00:30

City WideMotor Vehicle Thefts9/1/09 through 10/2/09

There have been 11 motor vehicle thefts since September 1.  There doesn't appear to be a specific make or model being taken.

Location Date Time DOW Vehicle Tag Recovery

Fri/Sat FC3969 Attempted

7500 Ulmerton Rd T673VC

2200 Gladys St 915XNQ Recovered

9/19/09 Sat SGRFREE

1201 Seminole Blvd H585AY Recovered

09-9938 9/19/09 Sat G059Qm Recovered

09-9678 12242 Mallory Dr 9/12/09 Sat 844JLQ

09-9568 7360 Ulmerton Rd 053XNS Trotter Rd

09-9441 6900 Ulmerton Rd 9/5/09 Sat Golf Cart

09-9304 555 S Belcher Rd 9/2/09 18:19 Wed 2261WC

09-9238 13300 Walsingham Rd 9/1/09 Tue D135YM

Report Number09-10522 2111 62nd Ave N

10/2/09 10/3/09

20:00 09:55

2005 Dodge Grand Caravan, silver in color

09-10394

9/29/09 9/30/09

22:00 11:00

Tue/ Wed

2005 Nissan Altima, silver in color

09-10336

09/28/09 09/29/09

00:58 00:00

Mon/ Tue

1997 Honda Civic, white in color

09-10227 724 3rd Ave NE

02:00 07:00

1996 chevy Lumina, green in color 3rd Ave NE

09-10113

9/20/09 9/21/09

22:30 06:45

Sun/ Mon

1989 Chevy Z28, silver in color

12930 128th Ave N03:00 05:23

1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee, green in color

20:00 20:03

1995 Mercury Tracer, maroon in color

9/9/09 9/10/09

20:00 10:30

Wed/ Thur

2002 Pontiac Grand Prix, black in color

16:00 21:00

6900 Ulmerton Rd

2008 Pontiac Grand Prix, red in color

04:00 04:35

2000 Nissan Maxima, white in color

13300 Walsingham Rd

Center District Conveyance BurglarySeptember 20­21

The Center District had eight conveyance burglaries that were similar by location, and date/time.  

Location Dates(s) Time(s) DOW Entry Item(s)

09-10054 1162 Fay Ave 9/21/09 Mon Unlocked GPS

09-10050 9/21/09 Mon

09-10047 507 Shore Dr Unlocked GPS09-10025 9/21/09 10:47 Mon Unlocked Prescription

09-10021 Unlocked

09-10017 Unlocked

09-10015 9/21/09 Mon Unlocked Money

09-10014 Unlocked Money

Report Number

01:06 07:00

3068 Stratford Dr01:00 08:00

Unzipped soft top

9/20/09 9/21/09

19:30 02:00

Sun /Mon

500 Hillcrest Dr

2890 Stratford Dr9/20/09 9/21/09

21:00 08:00

Sun/ Mon

2915 Stratford Dr9/20/09 9/21/09

21:00 08:00

Sun/ Mon Ipod, Money

510 Hillcrest Dr01:06 07:06

501 Hillcrest Dr9/20/09 9/21/09

21:00 07:48

Sun/ Mon

Arrests9/27/09 through 10/3/09

Aggravated Battery            Battery­Simple Touch or Strike

Report Number: 09-10280 Report Number: 09-10278 Report Number: 09-10335 Report Number: 09-10333 Report Number: 09-10352

Name: Raymond StringerDOB: 1/14/67

Arrest Location: 50 block of N Missouri Ave

Name: Theresa SimmonsDOB: 1/10/66

Arrest Location: 1100 block of 7th St SW

Name: Christopher CreamerDOB: 11/19/86

Arrest Location: 300 block of N Belcher Rd

Name: Tim ShepherdDOB: 1/6/63

Arrest Location: 1000 block of 15th Ave NW

Name: Harry PopeDOB: 9/17/63

Arrest Location: 50 block of 21st Terrr SE

Battery – Simple Touch or Strike

Report Number: 09-10270 Report Number: 09-10462 Report Number: 09-10443

Name: Robert ThomasDOB: 9/18/82

Arrest Location: 900 block Washington Ave

Name: Christopher BarryDOB: 5/15/60

Arrest Location: 7100 block Ulmerton Rd

Name: Ronnie PooleDOB: 4/26/66

Arrest Location: 14000 block of S Belcehr Rd

Burglary       Driving Under the Influence

Report Number: 09­10298 Report Number: 09­9699, 09­9794 & 09­9801

Report Number: 09­9699 Report Number: 09-10272 Report Number: 09-10271

Name: Justin WarwickDOB: 9/11/81

Arrest Location: 1600 block of Clearwater Largo Rd

Name: Brendon TortoraDOB: 4/24/91

Arrest Location: 12000 block of Indian Rocks Rd 

Name: Ruben BlonskiDOB: 10/11/90 

Arrest Location: 12000 block of Indian Rocks Rd 

Name: Steven ZipfelDOB: 4/10/59

Arrest Location: 2600 block of Roosevelt Blvd

Name: Roger CorlissDOB: 6/15/71

Arrest Location: 2600 East Bay Dr

Driving Under the Influence

Report Number: 09-10378 Report Number:09-10380 Report Number: 09-10426 Report Number: 09­10275 Report Number: 09­10274

Name: Chris BillisDOB: 8/6/56

Arrest Location: 1700 block of Indian Rocks Rd

Name: Dawn MundayDOB: 6/27/69

Arrest Location: 2700 block of East Bay Dr

Name: Raymond RichardDOB: 3/6/57

Arrest Location: 14000 block of Walsingham Rd

Name: Charles Curtice DOB: 4/1/57

Arrest Location: 66th St & Ulmerton Rd

Name: Sarah DouthirtDOB:7/21/58

Arrest Location: Walsingham Rd & 137th St N

     Drugs/Narcotics

Report Number: 09-10329 Report Number: 09-10359 Report Number:09-10382 Report Number: 09-09-10466 Report Number: 09-10466

Name: Sven KruegerDOB: 8/11/80

Arrest Location: 16000 block of Bay Vista Dr

Name: Arnette HarringtonDOB: 1/20/89

Arrest Location: Freemont Ave & 29th St S

Name: Lana GourometsiosDOB: 10/15/76

Arrest Location: Starkey Rd& East Bay Dr

Name: Christopher ZellnerDOB: 1/24/86

Arrest Location: 2nd Ave NE & Highland Ave

Name: Steven CristofonoDOB: 8/8/87

Arrest Location: 2nd Ave NE & Highland Ave NE

               Larceny                                                        

Report Number: 09-9673 Report Number: 09-9406 Report Number: 09-10413 Report Number: 09-10410 Report Number: 09-10396

Name: Larry RexDOB: 1/21/66

Arrest Location: 2100 block of Lions Club Rd

Name: Kipp McDowellDOB: 5/26/74

Arrest Location: 1100 block of N Missouri Ave

Name: Sheree DeanDOB: 8/31/79

Arrest Location: 2400 block of East Bay Dr

Name: John RobertsonDOB: 9/6/79

Arrest Location: 1200 block of N Missouri Ave

Name: Marie GallagherDOB: 9/10/75

Arrest Location: 1200 block of N Missouri Ave

Larceny

Report Number: 09-10322 Report Number: 09-10322 Report Number: 09-10322 Report Number: 09-10334 Report Number: 09-10368

Name: LaDana BlackburnDOB: 11/22/77

Arrest Location: 1000 block of N Missouri Ave

Name: Randall ChunnDOB: 9/18/76

Arrest Location: 1000 block of N Missouri Ave

Name: Glenn StonerDOB: 10/31/82

Arrest Location: 1000 block of N Missouri Ave

Name: Damien MoscettiDOB: 2/11/86

Arrest Location: 900 block of Seminole Blvd

Name: Kenneth BellDOB: 5/20/66

Arrest Location: 10600 block of Ulmerton Rd

Report Number: 09-10392

Name: Frederick FroelichDOB: 8/3/57

Arrest Location: 10000 block of Ulmerton Rd

Miscellaneous

Report Number: 09-10301 Report Number: 09-10301 Report Number: 09-10307 Report Number: 09-10383 Report Number: 09-10460

Name: Gaitrip KilroyDOB: 10/15/65

Charge: Violation of Domestic Violence

InjunctionArrest Location: Cromwell

Dr

Name: Harrichand Balkissoon

DOB: 11/16/51Charge: Resisiting-

Obstructing w/o ViolenceArrest Location: Cormwell

Dr

Name: Robert EngleDOB: 7/8/84

Charge: Violation of Domestic Violence Injunction

Arrest Location: Rosery Rd NE

Name: Steven BlyDOB: 3/26/61

Charge: Disorderly IntoxicationArrest Location: 200 block of

14th St SW

Name: Rachael HardmanDOB: 8/18/82

Charge: Tamper w/victim, witness

Arrest Location: 7300 block of Ulmerton Rd

Trespass

Report Number: 09-10401 Report Number: 09-10325 Report Number: 09-10444

Name: In MaDOB: 4-14-50

Charge: Violation of Domestic Violence

InjunctionArrest Location: Georgia Cir

N

Name: Yvonne ThomasDOB: 10/26/59

Arrest Location: 15000 block of US Highway 19 N

Name: Daniel ElamDOB: 9/7/73

Arrest Location: 1500 block of Seminole Blvd