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Scream Mask Robber Holds Up Woman at Gunpoint in Own Garage By Lorraine Swanson (Patch Staff) OAK PARK, IL — A man dressed in all black and wearing a white Scream mask held up a woman at gunpoint in her own garage, Oak Park police said. The robber entered the woman’s garage in the 500…
You are at work. How do you know the kids are home from school… and are they doing their homework? Forest Security / alarm.com will show you how easy it is to add home video to your security system.
Security Tip From Forest: In reading this article, which is pretty advanced for the most of us, the most important thing to remember is: Set Up A Strong Password for every smart device you use. Who would think someone could hack into an electrical socket and steal email information?? Smart Electrical Socket Could Be Exploited…
This man was attempting to burn down a Kentucky business. Sometimes justice takes care of itself… By Stephen Sellner · August 15, 2016 Sometimes karma can come back to bite you. Other times it will light you on fire. That was the case in Madisonville, Ky., when a man was seen on video surveillance attempting…
Funds Raised for German Shepherd Stabbed in Buffalo Grove Home Invasion The German Shepherd had to undergo a costly surgery following an Aug. 10 attack. Four family members were also stabbed in the home invasion. By: Amie Schaenzer (Patch Staff) – August 15, 2016 3:22 p, ET A Buffalo Grove woman set up an online…
Suburban Photographer Offering Free Mini Photo Shoots for Police Families (What a great way to support our local police officers) The offer runs throughout the month of August. By Scott Viau (Patch Staff) – August 10, 2016 12:16 pm ET PLAINFIELD, IL — Plainfield photographer Melissa Carnaggio knows there’s more to a police officer than…
Thieves Entering Homes in DuPage County to Nab Car Keys, Steal Vehicles: DuPage County has seen an increase in motor vehicle thefts by thieves who are also stealing unlocked vehicles with keys left inside. ST CHARLES, IL – The DuPage County Sheriff’s Office is reminding residents to be extra vigilant in locking their vehicles following…
Several witnessed the arrest Wednesday night, but is the “creeper ghost” even real? By Tim Moran (Patch Staff) – July 29, 2016 4:47 pm ET CHICAGO, IL – A Nest video taken at a Bucktown home gave thousands of people the creeps this week when it showed a burglar at the top of the staircase…
The Smarter Way to Beat Summer Heat In Your Home (From Alarm.com – Forest Security) July and August are summer’s hottest months; tough on your air conditioning system, your comfort, and your electricity bill. Inside your home, heat rises to the top floors and gets trapped, creating ‘hot zones’ far away from your thermostat. This…
Buying a Home Security Camera? Common Mistakes to Avoid (Plus Professional Advice from Forest Security) Buying a home security camera is a big decision. After all, there are very few things more important than safety. Unfortunately, the industry is also a bit untamed. Here are 8 common mistakes you should try to avoid. Going…