Criminal Minds : What Goes Through the Minds of Potential Burglars

Ever wonder what goes on inside the minds of criminals like home invaders? 

Here's a bit of insight from your friends at theBulldog Bar Squad: 

These burglars, who usually love to target residences, do their work during the day because it's when residences are most likely unoccupied. 

Home invaders usually work by themselves and tend to probe the neighborhood, looking for the right residence to target. 

More common targets may be a woman living alone, a wealthy senior citizen, or a known drug dealer. 

Alarm signs and decals, bars on windows, strong locks and doors, and dogs that might alert neighbors will typically be a deterrent to these burglars.

Confrontation is typically be avoided-- and they will usually flee if or when they are approached. 

Burglaries don’t normally result in any violence, unless the criminal is concerned and uses force to escape.

Home invaders are sometimes people who have been in your home before as a delivery person, installer, or repair person from a vendor. 

The greatest violence, if used, will initially occur during the first 60 seconds of the incident happening, and might come prepared with handcuffs, rope & duct tape or firearms. To some home invaders the intimidation is a “rush.”

Now that we've given you a peek inside the minds of these types of criminals, here are a few things you can do to avoid being victimized by them:

 1) Install solid-core doors, heavy-duty locks, window security devices & reliable door security products like theBulldog Bar at your domain
2) Lock ALL doors, windows and garage doors even when you are home
3) Be sure to use your peephole BEFORE opening the door when someone knocks
4) Don't be afraid to call the police if anyone in your neighborhood appears or acts suspicious

If you're ready to start implementing better protection against home invaders on your property TODAY visit our website NOW for more information about our door security devices: theBulldogBar.com.

Here's to heightened residential safety, and to keeping criminal minds from thinking about YOUR home in any capacity!

-- theBulldog Bar Squad

Rockin' Rob-bery: Know Exactly What it is and How to Avoid it

One of the best ways to protect yourself against crimes like robbery this holiday season is to be aware of what exactly it is, so you know exactly how to avoid it.

Here's some helpful info from your friends here at theBulldog Bar:

ROBBERY DEFINED
Robbery is the taking or attempt to take anything of value from the care, custody, or control of a person by force or violence and/or putting the victim in fear. In short, robbery is theft from a person by the use of force or fear.

ROBBERY BASICS
It is no longer safe to go anywhere at any time. All that is necessary for a robbery is a motivated robber and an unwilling victim at the wrong place and the wrong time.

This could be in either public or private places. It is sad to say, but the robber and their victim may not always be complete strangers. In many cases, they can be friends or even relatives. Most of these robberies involve one robber and one victim, and the crime itself may even last for under one minute.

Most victims typically end up safe, as long as they don’t resist.

ROBBERY LOCATIONS
Most people believe that robberies only occur in banks, late-night retail stores, and gas stations, which actually only contribute to 2-8% of these crimes.

Most robberies occur on the street (44.5%), directly against a person, and are often referred to as a strong-arm robbery.

If force or fear is used against you to steal your car, it’s called carjacking, and if someone robs you at home (14%) it’s called home invasion.

ROBBERY TIMES
Robbery mainly occurs as a nighttime crime, which increases after 8:00 PM and subsiding after 3:00 AM in many areas.

There would typically be an increase during the winter months because of the extended periods of darkness.

Many robbery studies have indicated that robbers like isolation, prefer lone victims, good escape routes, absence of security devices (which calls for products like theBulldog Bar) and very few witnesses.

To start implementing better protection against robbery at your home visit our web site TODAYat: theBulldogBar.com.

Here's to rockin' around the Christmas tree WITHOUT fear of robbery happening to YOU!
-- theBulldog Bar Squad

The Whole Nine Yards: 9 Simple Steps for Ultimate Home Security

Whenever a family member leaves your house, they leave the zone of protection we have created, so a reasonable family security plan should be developed.

With that in mind here are 9 simple steps everyone under your roof can take for ultimate protection against burglars...even though you're within your zone of protection: 

1. Install solid core doors, window security, heavy duty locks and door security devices like theBulldog Bar for your front & back doors.

2. Lock all doors, period!
Make it a habit to always keep doors, windows and garages locked.

3. Try using 4" screws to secure heavy duty lock plates into your door frames.

4. Install and use a door peephole before opening your door ANYTIME someone rings your doorbell or knocks.

5. Use your porch light to help you see clearly outside.

6. Never rely on a chain-latch as a barrier to a partially-opened door, because it can easily be kicked open.

7. Never open a door to strangers, solicitors or anyone you are not expecting.

8. Hold regular family meetings to discuss home security and emergency evacuation plans.

9. Set a home perimeter alarm at night if you own one.

Security protection should be discussed for any type of scenario you may encounter, even away from your zone of protection. 

When going to the mall, while in the parking lot, how safe are you when someone tries to approach you? While walking to and from your car in a parking lot, what should you do, how should you react, where should you go, and who should you notify in case of emergency?

We at theBulldog Bar want everyone to be informed about incidents and news so you can be aware of different risks. You may hear of children talking to strangers and getting kidnapped or someone trying to overpower a gunman in a robbery attempt and getting shot. 

These situations can usually be prevented by discussing and developing a family security plan, as well as beefing up your protection at home with products like theBulldog Bar .

For more information about theBulldog Bar 's home security products or to place your order NOW visit theBulldogBar.com TODAY.

Here's to the whole nine yards of ultimate home burglary protection!
-- theBulldog Bar Squad

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Cashin' in: 6 More Ways to Stay Safe at ATMs This Holiday

Protection for yourself and your belongings is very important, especially when you encounter someone with bad intent.

So in order to avoid situations that could lead to any form of theft, we at theBulldog Bar have provided 6 more safe-guard tips to follow, particularly while at an ATM:

1. Do not wear expensive jewelry.
Never take expensive valuables with you when going to an ATM. Valuables become an extra incentive for the assailant to divest you.

2. Never count cash at the ATM or in public.
Wait until you are in your car or at a secured area. You never know who could be watching you.

3. When using a drive-up ATM, keep your engine running.
Lock your car doors and keep enough room to maneuver between cars. Allow enough space to get out in case of an emergency.

4. Maintain a supply of deposit envelopes at home or in your car.
Minimize time spent doing your transaction, especially on paydays and Fridays. The faster the better!

5. Closely monitor your bank statements.
Check your balances periodically and immediately report any problems to the bank.

6. If you are involved in a confrontation with an assailant who demands your money…
COMPLY! Period. While theBulldog Bar Squad primarily focuses on home security products, we also believe it's important to stay safe EVEN when you're away from your residence.

By installing powerful door security devices at your domain and taking the best precautions at risky places like ATMs, you'll be much safer from the bad guys... especially during the holiday season!

For info about our home security products visit our web site TODAY: theBulldogBar.com.

Here's to cashin' in on safety both inside & outside of your home!
-- theBulldog Bar Squad

We've Got Five on It! 5 Statistics Everyone Should Know About Burglary in the U.S.

The holiday season is in full swing... and unfortunately, so are burglary-related incidents nationwide.

If you think your neighborhood is safe enough that a burglary could NEVER happen to you, read on.

Here are 5 significant statistics theBulldog Bar Squad has put together for you-- because the better we understand this crime... the better we can protect ourselves, our loved ones & our valuables:

1. The average arrest rate in the U.S. for those who are actually convicted of burglary is only 13%. This means if your home is broken into, the chances of recovering your stolen possessions are very small because only few crooks face legal consequences for their actions, much less give back what they swiped from you in the first place. 

2. Most U.S. burglaries reportedly occur between 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM. This illegal act also happens in much higher rates during warm weather months versus the cold season.

3. A typical burglary only lasts from 90 seconds to 12 minutes.
In other words, it doesn't take much time for a home invader to do A LOT of damage.

4. Regionally, the South accounts for 47% of annual reported burglaries in the U.S.
The Midwest and West territories, however, account for 21% these crimes, and Northwestern area of America accounts for 11%.

5. Residential properties nationwide are targeted for a whopping 70% of burglary-type crimes annually. 
So no matter how safe your rural subdivision appears, it could never hurt to take extra precautions.

By extra precautions we mean: timers on your lights, closed curtains & blinds on all your windows and most of all-- reliable door security locks like theBulldog Bar for your main entryways. Implementing home security measures like these can greatly boost your protection against break-ins and the loss of valuable possessions.

To find out which of theBulldog Bar home security products is best for your humble abode visit theBulldogBar.com TODAY.

Here's to preventing temptation when it comes to home burglars!
-- theBulldog Bar Squad

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Ho Ho Home Burglary Prevention During the Holidays

Remember the 90's holiday classic, Home Alone? Kevin, the youngest of six kids, was accidentally left behind when his family took off for France that Christmas.

This adorable young kid ended up guarding their house by himself. In spite of the many attempts by the burglars to get in and rob their home, this kid was a little too smart for them to succeed. 

They tried every trick they knew to rob this house, mostly ending in a disaster. If they had door security devices like theBulldog Bar installed during that time, it would have been a slightly different story.

Holiday related property crimes-
Larceny, burglary, and robbery are not just not limited to this classic movie anymore. These type of crimes will often increase , at least slightly during the Christmas holiday season.

One Police Deputy Director from Illinois anticipates his troops will see an increase of thefts and shoplifting during this time of the year. A person’s car or truck becomes an easy target when shoppers store some of the merchandise they just bought in their vehicles, where thieves are already watching them to make their move.

Another law enforcement official (from Oklahoma Police Department) says that many criminals tend to often strike during the holiday season because the thieves know everyone is too busy holiday shopping.

Criminals don’t always look suspicious-
While they walk around the parking lot looking for a car to break into, they blend in with the holiday shoppers better now than in the past… a very smart move indeed.

Other crimes reported-
Many other crimes will show an increase at this time of the year which include: purse snatching, purchases made with counterfeit money, identity theft, scams of many kinds, and even bank robberies.

Residences as targets of burglary-
Home robbery happens particularly when it looks as though nobody is home. It is the season for Christmas vacations, parties, concerts, and everyone is busy shopping.

Security tips for to be aware of while shopping-
. Park in a well lit area, ensure the vehicle is locked, and all valuables are out of site.
· When approaching your vehicle to leave, walk confidently with keys in your hand.
· Try not to shop alone, carry limited amounts of cash, and keep it close to or in front of your body.
· Carry fewer debit or credit cards and block the keypads when entering your PIN for security.
· When shopping online, make your purchases only from sites you know are reputable.
· Avoid displaying your gifts close to a window, where its in full view, and use timers for your lights making it look like you are at home.

For more information about powerful home security products like theBulldog Bar visit our site TODAY at: theBulldogBar.com.

Here's to ho-ho-home burglary prevention this holiday!
-- theBulldog Bar Squad

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