Birthdays are supposed to be happy occasions: cake, balloons, and the company of close friends. However, for one Stamford man late last year, $100 in birthday cash led to a very strange series of events.
According to Lohud, it all started when the autistic man received $100 for his birthday. He was quickly befriended by 27 year-old Steven St. Jacques, also of Stamford, who played a “game” with the victim, which involved taking the money and then pretending to put it back into the man’s pocket. Police posted security footage of the event on YouTube and later arrested St. Jacques at his home, where they recovered clothing matching that worn by the suspect in the video. The victim was presented with a new gift: $1300 collected by the police union.
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Tips on Evaluating Your Business Security System Provider
/by American Alarm Blogging TeamHere are 5 critical questions to ask your current business security system provider:
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Bad Birthday: Autistic Man’s Cash Gift Stolen in Stamford
/by American Alarm Blogging TeamAccording to Lohud, it all started when the autistic man received $100 for his birthday. He was quickly befriended by 27 year-old Steven St. Jacques, also of Stamford, who played a “game” with the victim, which involved taking the money and then pretending to put it back into the man’s pocket. Police posted security footage of the event on YouTube and later arrested St. Jacques at his home, where they recovered clothing matching that worn by the suspect in the video. The victim was presented with a new gift: $1300 collected by the police union.
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Home Safety Tips for Using Wood-Burning Stoves
/by American Alarm Blogging TeamThe girl’s father tried to save his family but, sadly, the fire was just too intense. Investigators said they weren’t sure if the home had been equipped with working smoke detectors. A working smoke alarm as well as monitored smoke detectors could have increased their chances of surviving that fire.
If you’re one of the many thousands of people who long for the “good old days” when folks used to heat their homes with wood-burning stoves, you should also be aware of the dangers of this practice, including the risk of fire, according to the Insurance Information Institute.
Here are some tips for the safe and efficient use of wood-burning stoves to help ensure your safety as well as the safety of your family and your home.
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Olympic Dreams, Security Nightmares: Can Boston Host 2024?
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Is Your Business Prepared for a Disaster?
/by American Alarm Blogging TeamWhile you can’t lower the risk of a natural disaster like a hurricane, there are steps you can take to protect your company from nature’s wrath. Putting a disaster recovery plan in place – and reviewing it annually – is key to keeping your business secure in the face of catastrophe.
Here are some tips to help you plan ahead to better protect your employees, your customers, and your assets in the event of a natural disaster:
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Beat the Burglar: Tips from New England Law Enforcement
/by American Alarm Blogging TeamTo help combat the problem, the New Canaan police department has created a list of “Beat the Burglar” tips: here’s their best advice for keeping your home secure, no matter where you live.
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Gun Violence Goes Under the Microscope in New Research
/by American Alarm Blogging TeamHad a problem with gun violence? Until recently, there was virtually no federal funding for a similar system, and patients admitted to local ERs essentially vanished from sight. In large part, this was due to fear that a database of gun-related injuries was just gun control in disguise, thanks to an executive order from President Obama, money has started flowing from the CDC to state agencies interested in expanding their national reporting system. The hope? That a better understanding of why and how gun violence occurs will help limit the amount.
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6 Pet Safety Tips for the Holidays
/by American Alarm Blogging TeamThese six safety tips will help ensure your pets also have a holly, jolly holiday.
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The 12 Ways of Holiday Safety
/by American Alarm Blogging TeamWhile you’re enjoying the festivities – at home or at grandmother’s – it’s important to give your family and yourself the gift of safety.
To help you do that, we present the 12 ways of holiday safety:
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The ABCs of Fire Extinguishers
/by American Alarm Blogging TeamIt’s important to remember, though, that because fires grow and spread so rapidly, the number one priority is for you and your family to get out of the house safely.
Fire experts recommend installing fire extinguishers on every level of your home including the kitchen, basement and garage. Fire extinguishers come in various sizes so you should select the size that’s right for you based on your family situation and who you think is most likely to be using it.
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