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 Ted
Mink is sheriff of Jefferson County. He leads the Jefferson
County Sheriff's Office, the largest full-service sheriff's office in
Colorado.
The
Jefferson County Sheriff's Office is committed to the principles of
community policing through education, partnership, analysis and enforcement.
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May 2010
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Top
Tips for a Safe Summer
Think
"Stranger Danger" for Grown-ups
In early May, our office learned that four people in the metro area had
jewelry and cash stolen from their homes after opening the door to people
calling themselves "neighbors." As the weather becomes
nicer, watch for this and other door-to-door scams.
Be
savvy if approached by traveling home improvement contractors, magazine
salespersons, or any stranger who comes to the door. Of course, not
everyone who comes to your door has bad intentions. We simply advise
a healthy dose of caution and a firm "no" if necessary.
Do
not let a stranger into your home. If he/she is selling something or
asking for a donation, take the organization's information and say you'd
like to research it before making a decision. If you question the
legitimacy of the company, contact the Better Business Bureau.
Please report any suspicious persons or crimes in progress by calling 911
immediately.
Register for e911 Calls
Summer means wildfire season. To ensure that you receive e911 calls
from the Sheriff's Office during wildfires or other emergencies affecting
your neighborhood, register your VOIP phone line(s) or mobile
phone(s). This service is available to any Jeffco residents, and it's
especially important for those living in mountain communities susceptible
to wildfire. Please
note: if you have a traditional land-line phone, you are already in the
system to receive these calls. For more information or to
register, visit our website.
Drive Safely
Driving: it's something most of us do every day. Even though the
number of traffic crashes in Jefferson County has dramatically decreased in
the last four years, we have not been immune to tragedy. In 2009 in
Jefferson County, 13 people died in traffic crashes, including a
cyclist. Remember to keep your eyes on the road, and be especially
cautious when sharing the road with bicycles.
Beware Pepé le Pew ...
In early 2010, local health departments reported several rabid
skunks. Experts now believe that rabies is spreading among the skunk
population. This strain of the disease can easily spread to a dog or
cat that comes in contact with a rabid skunk. A domestic animal
contracting rabies must be euthanized. Our Animal Control unit urges
pet owners to stay current on their pets' rabies vaccines, and prevent pets
from roaming.
... and Wile E. Coyote
While we're on the subject of wildlife, let's talk coyotes. This
once-skittish canine has come to enjoy life in the 'burbs, where it has
lots of things to eat, many places to hide, and no natural predators.
But although it's a common sight, the wily coyote is still a wild
animal. And it may be more aggressive in the summer, defending its
new pups. If you encounter a coyote on a walk, haze it by yelling,
clapping, or throwing a stick. Do this to help re-instill a healthy
fear of humans in our local coyote populations. Find more tips at the
Colorado Division of Wildlife's website.
Request a Vacation Check
Finally, if you're going on vacation, you can request a vacation check on
your home by calling the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office at
303-277-0211. Deputies will make an effort to do extra patrols, and
will know how to reach you if there's a problem at your house.
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Come
See Us at the West Metro Fire Muster!
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Come
see us at the annual West Metro Fire Muster! Our crime
prevention, animal safety and emergency preparedness experts will
be on hand to share safety information with citizens of
all ages at this amazing event, hosted by our firefighting friends.
16th
Annual West Metro Fire Rescue's Family Fire Muster
Red
Rocks Community College, Lakewood Campus
Free
admission and parking
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Senior
Safety Luncheon
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In
an effort to reach out to seniors in the community who may be more at-risk
for becoming victims of crime, the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office will
host a senior safety luncheon on Tuesday,
June 22, 2010 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Jefferson
County Fairgrounds, Exhibit Hall. The luncheon is free of charge and
is open to Jefferson County residents. An RSVP is required.
Sheriff Ted Mink will be
on-hand to share information about senior exploitation and local law
enforcement efforts.
Other local community
groups will provide additional safety information. The Sheriff's Office
Crime Prevention team will also be on-hand with information about Colorado
LifeTrak and other programs.
Lunch will be provided to
participants. Seating is limited. To reserve your slot, please call
Crime Prevention Deputy Jim Brendle at 303-271-5363.
 Senior Safety Luncheon
Tuesday,
June 22
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Jeffco Fairgrounds, Exhibit Hall
15200 W. 6th Avenue, Golden
Event is restricted to
Jefferson County residents.
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Coffee
With a Cop: Pull Up a Chair!
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A
new series of walk-in community meetings called Coffee With a Cop
began in spring 2010. These informal events are opportunities
for Jeffco residents to speak one-on-one with our agency's command
staff, and ask questions about crime and quality-of-life issues in their
neighborhoods or on the roadways.
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The
monthly "Behind the Badge" column is written on or before the
20th of each month by Sheriff Ted Mink of the Jefferson County Sheriff's
Office, in Golden, Colorado. It features information and tips for
local residents regarding crime prevention, crime trends, public safety and
quality-of-life issues.
The
column is distributed to Jefferson County homeowner associations,
Neighborhood Watch captains, Business Watch participants and local
news media. Please contact us with questions or comments at aburns@jeffco.us.
View
previous posts by visiting the Behind the Badge archive here.
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