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Predator Moved Into Our Neighborhood

Frosted Cake — Sat, 02 Apr 2016 23:23:44 GMT

My neighbors and I got a notice from the local police department in our mail today that a man moved into our area who has been convicted of se##ual assault three times.

He's on lifetime probation for not one, but 3 assaults, one included kidnapping and one included battery. He violated two of his probations after serving 7 years on the previous convictions.

He now lives within a mile of us!

I do a lot of walking and have lived in my neighborhood for many years. This is the first time we ever got such a notice. Yes, you have to be aware all the time, but a known threat is unnerving.

The notice said his convictions have been for assaulting adult women. I can't believe they keep letting this guy out! I can see if he served his time once and is on lifetime probation, but he violated his probation and commited more acts! It's insane. He's obviously not very good at rehabilitation.

We live in a nice area, it has always been safe. We live right near a grocery chain and it makes you wonder too, he is shopping where we shop, walking and driving where we walk and drive. I am now so suspicious of strange men when I am out walking. They did provide a picture, but it's probably old since he was in prison for the last offense some 3 years ago.

My entryway is hidden from the front of the street and I have a large yard. It makes me nervous now to even leave my security door open for fresh air.

I am a renter, so my voice is never heard where I live. I e-mailed one of the HOA members who is nice and asked if he could get the police to come to our complex and do an inservice for women about being vigilant and safe. There are a lot of young and older women living around here.

I feel sorry for the people who he moved right next to!

Has anyone else had this happen?

Re: Predator Moved Into Our Neighborhood

SeaMaiden — Sat, 02 Apr 2016 23:29:42 GMT

You know, there are probably many predators living all around you that just have not been caught.....I would worry more about them than this guy who is on parole or whatever. You should always play it safe and not leave doors open anyway. I live in a nice neighborhood As well, but still carry mace with me on my walks.

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conlt — Sat, 02 Apr 2016 23:31:51 GMT

We had an offender move 2 streets up and a local officer posted his picture everywhere in the neighborhood. There are different designations, in my state the predator is the worst one. I would be unnerved by the man in your neighborhood too. I guess, be very careful. If he violated his probation once, he probably will again. You can hope for that. I have 3 dogs who bark at anything that comes down the street. You never know who is in your neighborhood anyway, at least you know what this guy looks like and where he lives.

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missy1 — Sat, 02 Apr 2016 23:34:42 GMT

I thought they only mailed out flyers for child predators. Be proactive. Get pepper spay etc when walking, lock your doors, get a security camera, security light, or even get armed. I wouldn't live in fear. They are watching him, not the ones who haven't been caught.

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loveschocolate — Sat, 02 Apr 2016 23:35:07 GMT

If you go to your local sheriff's website you would be shocked that so many actually live around you. Even "nice areas". Best advice is to remain aware. On your walks have your cell phone handy, pepper spray is a good option also. Walk with others.

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Janealma — Sat, 02 Apr 2016 23:37:17 GMT

Frosted~just wow! I can totally understand how you feel. This is awful, it is insane that this creep is allowed on the streets. We had a registered s$$ offender near our local school for years. There was nothing we could do either, but our neighbor worked in law enforcement and went to his house every Halloween to make sure he didn't answer the door. Our kids never could walk to school or ride their bikes alone. I guess all you can do is be vigilant like you are . I wonder if getting a petition signed by neighbors or bringing attention to this on your local news would do any good?

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truffle — Sat, 02 Apr 2016 23:39:15 GMT

He probably was informed that everyone would be notified and hopefully that will be enough of a deterrent to stop him from committing another offense. In the city I live, the PD setup a website so we can see who the offenders are, their addresses, etc will come up on a map. A little scary as there were more than a few interspersed within a 3 mi radius from me but I refuse to let it keep me from the routine of my life plus I have "skills" to protect myself as most women do nowadays.

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Annabellethecat66 — Sat, 02 Apr 2016 23:50:14 GMT

@Frosted Cake I am so sorry and totally understand what you are saying.....3 times? Doesn't make sense, does it?

I like your idea about asking the police to educate everyone on keeping safe.

Recently I was on the internet trying to find the zip code of a friend. As you all know up pops something that tells me the names addresses, how much they paid for their houses, and on and one.

It also said there are 7 (yes 7) predators that live within a few miles of her.

It is crazy these days. I don't know but I guess it's only getting worse because obviously with 3 convictions, nothing happens to him.

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Kachina624 — Sat, 02 Apr 2016 23:56:40 GMT

@Frosted Cake Nobody, nice neighborhood or not, wants someone convicted of sex crimes living next door. What would you suggest they do with him, he has to live somewhere? They can keep him in jail only as long as your state's laws prescribe.

There is a free website you can download (I seem to have lost it) that shows the residence of all sex offenders and the location of criminal activity in your city. You'd be amazed at what goes on.

Re: Predator Moved Into Our Neighborhood

Frosted Cake — Sat, 02 Apr 2016 23:57:11 GMT

@Annabellethecat66 wrote:
@Frosted Cake I am so sorry and totally understand what you are saying.....3 times? Doesn't make sense, does it?

I like your idea about asking the police to educate everyone on keeping safe.

Recently I was on the internet trying to find the zip code of a friend. As you all know up pops something that tells me the names addresses, how much they paid for their houses, and on and one.

It also said there are 7 (yes 7) predators that live within a few miles of her.

It is crazy these days. I don't know but I guess it's only getting worse because obviously with 3 convictions, nothing happens to him.

Hi Annabellethecat!

It is crazy all what goes on these days. I'm always careful, but when you know someone like that lives in your area, it just makes it more worrisome. I don't have a dog and live alone. I rent, so I can't just put up cameras, etc., without the owner allowing it.

I just wonder on the two times previous where he violated his probation, did they inform neighbors of his actions? If they did, it didn't stop him from doing it again. We have a park right across the street, a wash area where joggers jog and walkers walk daily, it's just such an uncomfortable feeling. I'm just glad I know where he lives. I would hate it if were just "an area" they told you about.

I can't really believe that he is harmless now. Once someone continuously commits such horrific acts, it's in their blood.

I am beginning to believe that there aren't any "nice" neighborhoods anywhere anymore.

Re: Predator Moved Into Our Neighborhood

Frosted Cake — Sat, 02 Apr 2016 23:59:38 GMT

@Kachina624 wrote:
@Frosted Cake Nobody, nice neighborhood or not, wants someone convicted of sex crimes living next door. What would you suggest they do with him, he has to live somewhere? They can keep him in jail only as long as your state's laws prescribe.

There is a free website you can download (I seem to have lost it) that shows the residence of all sex offenders and the location of criminal activity in your city. You'd be amazed at what goes on.

I know, he did his time and he's free to live wherever he wants.

What I don't like is he can keep commiting the same crime and it's a revolving door. There should be limits on how many time a criminal can violate probation and commit violent acts again and again.

My former boss is in jail for insider trading. He's been in jail for 15 years. Yet, this guy gets out over and over. It makes no sense.

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Annabellethecat66 — Sun, 03 Apr 2016 00:08:53 GMT

@Frosted Cake Long gone are the days when kids could play outside in the summer until after dark (like I had and you probably did).

As far as nice neighborhoods. There have always been things going on behind closed doors, we just didn't know it. People knew who their neighbors were and people lived in the same place for a long time.

I live out in what is somewhat country. We don't have sidewalks and people walk in the street with their families. I don't know people like I used to because I live alone and my children have grown. I have some best friends who live here and keep me knowing what's going on with gossiping (I hate gossips). We have one of those too, she's terrible.

Anyway, I'd advise you to make sure you don't let it be known you live alone.

You can order on the internet and in some stores signs that look like you have ADT or some kind of alarm system (if you can't afford one). They look like the real deal.

Someone isn't going to bother you if they think you have a security system when they can go to your neighbor who doesn't. Just some kind of sign will keep people away.

My daughter just moved into a townhouse. She lives alone. She had the cable company set up cameras at the front and back door. She has stickers for the windows, etc. She made sure she got a place where she pulls into the garage and is then in her house.

I pay most of her rent. It was worth it to me to know that she is safe. This way I see her get the benefits of what she'll one day inherit when it does her some good.

A woman always has to know where and who is around her at all times, unfortunately.

We also have system since we are all alone. I text her goodnight and good morning and she responds. Also a few friends do it every now and then. You need to find someone who could do that for you. Just a smiley face, something. I think it would help make you feel safer.

I'm sorry you have to go through this but you can't let it ruin your life that you made for yourself. Please don't let it.

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Sister Golden Hair — Sun, 03 Apr 2016 00:12:59 GMT

You can put in your town and your county and there should be a list of predators.

You might be shocked to see all of them.

We had a man (18 at the time) in our town that was dating a 16 year-old girl.

Her parents turned him in and now his name will always be on the list.

Yes, most are really bad but there are other situations.

When this girl turned 18, she married the man. They are happy, had children and are wonderful people.

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SeaMaiden — Sun, 03 Apr 2016 00:20:31 GMT

Here is a website to find Predators near you

https://www.nsopw.gov/en-US/Search

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Sooner — Sun, 03 Apr 2016 00:37:26 GMT

Take self defence classes. SOON!

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GSPgirl — Sun, 03 Apr 2016 00:41:58 GMT

@Frosted Cake wrote:
My neighbors and I got a notice from the local police department in our mail today that a man moved into our area who has been convicted of se##ual assault three times.

He's on lifetime probation for not one, but 3 assaults, one included kidnapping and one included battery. He violated two of his probations after serving 7 years on the previous convictions.

He now lives within a mile of us!

I do a lot of walking and have lived in my neighborhood for many years. This is the first time we ever got such a notice. Yes, you have to be aware all the time, but a known threat is unnerving.

The notice said his convictions have been for assaulting adult women. I can't believe they keep letting this guy out! I can see if he served his time once and is on lifetime probation, but he violated his probation and commited more acts! It's insane. He's obviously not very good at rehabilitation.

We live in a nice area, it has always been safe. We live right near a grocery chain and it makes you wonder too, he is shopping where we shop, walking and driving where we walk and drive. I am now so suspicious of strange men when I am out walking. They did provide a picture, but it's probably old since he was in prison for the last offense some 3 years ago.

My entryway is hidden from the front of the street and I have a large yard. It makes me nervous now to even leave my security door open for fresh air.

I am a renter, so my voice is never heard where I live. I e-mailed one of the HOA members who is nice and asked if he could get the police to come to our complex and do an inservice for women about being vigilant and safe. There are a lot of young and older women living around here.

I feel sorry for the people who he moved right next to!

Has anyone else had this happen?

We live an upscale rural neighborhood. In my state you can look up on a map where predators live. I found two when we first moved here. They were both a mile from my house. I alerted the neighbors and we watched out for each other's children. Of course I told my son what to do if he was being followed or watched. I know how your feel.

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missy1 — Sun, 03 Apr 2016 00:43:02 GMT

@Sister Golden Hair wrote:
You can put in your town and your county and there should be a list of predators.

You might be shocked to see all of them.

We had a man (18 at the time) in our town that was dating a 16 year-old girl.

Her parents turned him in and now his name will always be on the list.

Yes, most are really bad but there are other situations.

When this girl turned 18, she married the man. They are happy, had children and are wonderful people.

These type of cases (where no harm occured/dating age issue-2 years difference), should not even be on the registry. This record follows this young man everywhere.

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Mz iMac — Sun, 03 Apr 2016 00:58:01 GMT

@SeaMaiden Thank you so much for the link which I checked out & found.........

I checked my town for a 3 mile radias. There are 22 sexual predators who live all around me. Quite a few are females!!!!!

One female had 54 aliases.

Some of the men were between the ages of 75-80! So for those who think they live in "nice and/or safe" neighborhoods, start "side eyeing" your elderly grandparent or great grandparent neighbors who could be sexual predators for all you know. Just saying.

This goes for everybody viewing this thead....

Sexual preditors are not always creepy looking and MALE!

"Don't judge the book by its cover" still applies.

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SleeplessinSD — Sun, 03 Apr 2016 01:03:16 GMT

I have a friend who lives alone, and she has a medical alert necklace she wears always. It's my understanding, this can be used for any emergency. She pays, I think, around 25 dollars plus a month. This might be something to consider if you can afford it. Also, keep your keys near, especially at night. If you think you hear something outside, sound the alarm on your key fob, if possible. I always let my neighbor know if my husband is away. They watch out for me, and I have their number on speed dial if I should need it at any time. I hope you do whatever makes you feel safe....

Re: Predator Moved Into Our Neighborhood

Mz iMac — Sun, 03 Apr 2016 01:04:21 GMT

@missy1 wrote:
@Sister Golden Hair wrote:
You can put in your town and your county and there should be a list of predators.

You might be shocked to see all of them.

We had a man (18 at the time) in our town that was dating a 16 year-old girl.

Her parents turned him in and now his name will always be on the list.

Yes, most are really bad but there are other situations.

When this girl turned 18, she married the man. They are happy, had children and are wonderful people.

These type of cases (where no harm occured/dating age issue-2 years difference), should not even be on the registry. This record follows this young man everywhere.

Each state has their own statutory rape laws. Families that have teenagers need to make their children aware of these laws & the LIFETIME consequences if broken.

I sure did w/mine!!!!