Do you know an elderly person who lives alone, with someone or in a facility? If so, that person is a target for elder abuse — physically, emotionally and through theft of property. Like the poster says: “Some people respect their elders and some people abuse them.” Are they being properly cared for? Or are … Read more
Every year we run into the same problems when it’s time to go back to school. We all live in a small rural community and for the most part, we enjoy a quiet life. But society is changing and we have to be aware of the changes and to protect each other and our kids. … Read more
School is about to start, or maybe has depending on where you are. This can be a very trying time for parents, kids, teachers and the public in general. Most of us have been through the rigors of getting our student ready for school, the clothes, and the supplies. Gone are the Big Chief Tablets … Read more
Burglary today is a multimillion-dollar business that can happen anywhere at any time. Fannin County has both rural city homes that are targets of opportunity because of the number of citizens that work, leaving no one at home. All of the poster’s tips are great, but one of the best, other than having a large … Read more
This is a follow up to the previous crime prevention poster on “Avoid Cons and Scams.” Many cons and scams are directed toward seniors and for a number of reasons it is not uncommon to become a victim. Seniors can stop cons and scams by following a few simple precautions that are listed on this … Read more
Recent Vehicle Thefts in Bonham and Surrounding Areas Tips to protect your vehicle / PROTEJA SU VEHÍCULO Recently there has been a number of vehicle burglaries in Bonham and the surrounding cities and out in the county. Auto burglary happens in America every day and night. Sometimes it is aided by the fact that citizens do … Read more
There are a number of excuses given when a sexual assault occurs and none are valid. This poster offers tips on how to protect yourself in various situations. Sexual assault among family members is not an uncommon occurrence, as well as people in a dating relationship or past relationship. “No, Stop”, still means “I do … Read more
John Hunt Fannin County Criminal District Attorney’s Office On 29 June 2018 at approximately 09:47 two personal protection alarm buttons were pushed in the Fannin County Clerk’s Office to test the alarm system and to check the compatibility with the Bonham PD response system for response times. The time from the buttons being pushed until … Read more