MASCOTTE HOME INVASION-MURDER

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Mascotte: Home Invasion, Homicide

Date: October 31, 2008

Approximately 9:24pm, Officers of the Mascotte Police Department responded to 828 Anderson Avenue, Mascotte, for a reported Home Invasion Robbery and Shooting. Officers arrived on scene and discovered that two subjects had been shot. One victim survived the shooting and the second died as a result of the shooting. Witnesses and the surviving victim said that a young white female and young light skinned male (White or Hispanic) entered the residence pointing small black in color semi-automatic pistols at the victims and witnesses. The female spoke some Spanish, the male subject had a dark colored covering over his head/facial area and dark sunglasses on. The suspects began demanding money and cell phones. The surviving victim resisted, not wanting to give up his money and the female shot him. One of the two suspects then shot the second victim, who died. The two then fled the residence on foot in an easterly direction on Anderson Avenue and then toward State Route 50.

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Has Your Cell Phone Been Bugged?

Although it is unlikely to happen to most people, it has gotten increasingly easier to bug cell phones. It was recently revealed that law enforcement was using the bugging of cell phones to listen in on suspects.

Watch this short video by Vortex to help determine if your phone has been compromised.

Are You Being Stalked?

Our firm receives several Stalking investigations per month. Protect yourself against stalking. If you think you are being stalked or are suffering harassment, report your concerns to the police.

How you can help yourself
• Take a mobile telephone with you when you go out.
• Carry a personal attack alarm and learn how to use it - do not carry anything that is meant for use as a weapon.
• Try to alter your daily routines, ask friends to go with you whenever possible, and always try to let someone know what your plans are. Help the police to help you
• Keep a record of what happened, where, when every time you were followed, phoned, received post or e-mail.
• The more details you have the better, how the offender looked or sounded, what they were wearing, the make, and number plate or color of their car.
• Keep letters, and parcels as evidence: even if they contain frightening or upsetting messages, do not throw them away and handle them as little as possible.
• Keep copies of e-mails on disk and print out hard copies, do not delete the original.
• Making notes in a diary is a good idea. Write the information down as soon as possible, when events are still fresh in your mind.
• Tape record telephone conversations if you can and keep the tape.
• If you recognize the handwriting, you can keep letters or parcels as evidence without having to open them.
• Make sure you keep any stored messages (including text messages) or telephone numbers that you have received on your mobile phone and caller ID units.
• Tell your friends, neighbors and work colleagues about what is happening.
• Try to get photographic or video evidence of your stalker (especially if they are someone already warned by the police not to come near you).

Avoiding unwanted calls
• Answer the phone by saying 'hello', not your name or number.
• Try to keep calm and not show emotion, many callers will give up if they don't think they're making an impression on you or your feelings.
• Use an answer machine to screen out calls and only talk to people you want to.
• If the caller rings again, put the handset down on a table for a few minutes - the caller will think you're listening. After a few minutes replace the handset, you do not have to listen to what the caller has to say.

If you know or find out who is stalking you
• Do not confront your stalker or even engage them in conversation.
• Do not, under any circumstances, agree to a meeting to talk about how you feel about them constantly bothering you.
• Do not respond in any way to calls, letters, or conversations. If you ignore the phone nine times and pick it up on the tenth, you will send the message that persistence pays. Once they have your attention, they will be encouraged to carry on.
• Ask friends or solicitors to contact them if you want to get a message to them.

How Much do you Know About Stalking?

Stalking Awareness month is January. The Stalking Resource Center of the National Center for Victims of Crime and the Office on Violence Against Women of the U.S. Department of Justice have come together and provided some powerful tools to use in gaining knowledge of this safety issue. Their goal is to provide a way to educate our communities about stalking and to raise awareness.

Among the tools available are videos, buttons, posters and pamphlets in both English and Spanish. Check out their website to learn what you can do to help in the fight to stop stalking.

To visit the "STALKING: KNOW IT. NAME IT. STOP IT." website, click here.

Man Rapes Woman Stranded On I-4

Cops: Man Raped Woman Stranded On I-4
Altamonte Springs Police Officer Finds Suspect At Storage Unit

October 29, 2009

Winel A. Castro Molina, 33.
ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla. -- An officer checking a suspicious car at an Altamonte Springs storage facility discovered a man raping a woman who had been stranded along Interstate 4, police said.

VIDEO: Police: Stranded Woman Raped

Winel A. Castro Molina, 33, was arrested Thursday on a charge of sexual battery.

According to Altamonte Springs police, the 26-year-old woman pulled over on I-4, just after the Altamonte Springs exit, because she was feeling ill. Police said Molina pulled over and offered to drive her home.

Altamonte Springs police said Molina entered the woman's vehicle at about 3 a.m. Thursday and drove her to Assured Self Storage, located at 510 Douglas Ave. in Altamonte Springs, and raped her.

An officer in the area noticed a car parked suspiciously and found Molina with the woman in the back seat of her vehicle, police said.

Police said the woman was so sick and disoriented she was not aware what was happening.

Molina was taken to the Seminole County Jail.

Man who found Caylee Anthony’s remains fired

Man who found Caylee Anthony’s remains fired

Updated: Thursday, 29 Oct 2009, 6:15 PM EDTPublished : Thursday, 29 Oct 2009, 1:14 PM EDT

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. (WOFL FOX 35) - The Orange County meter reader who called a crime hot line with a tip that led to the discovery of 3-year-old Caylee Anthony's body in December, has been fired from his job at the utility company.

Last December Roy Kronk became a household name in Central Florida when he came forward as the man who found what turned out to be the remains of Caylee Anthony. After making that discovery on Suburban Drive, Kronk did not go back to being a meter reader. On February 8th Kronk was transferred. According to his personnel file he was promoted to being an Inventory Specialist for the county. But that job only lasted 8 months. Kronk was terminated Wednesday. Today the big question, why? Though a public information request to the Orange County, FOX 35 got a copy of Kronk's personnel file. According to Kronk's personnel records he last reported to work on July 20. Somehow he got hurt. At this point it's not clear if it was on or off the job. Since then Kronk has been on family medical leave. According to his personnel records he was sent several certified letters. The only one the county has record of Kronk accepting, the letter alerting Kronk his 480 hours of family leave act time expired October 2nd. Records show Kronk never returned to work and never contacted a supervisor. Kronk was sent a letter stating he was scheduled for a predetermination hearing on Tuesday to discuss his excessive or habitual absenteeism, unauthorized absences and insubordination. Records show that Kronk skipped yesterday's hearing. The county decided to terminate Kronk citing he's been medically separated because he can't handle essentials of his job for health reasons. Kronk's attorney sent out a statement this afternoon. He says this dispute is all about an injury Kronk got on the job. "Mr. Kronk and his doctors did not consider it safe or medically appropriate to resume those duties at this time". Attorney David Evans also told FOX 35 that Kronk is evaluating his legal option.

Evans released the following statement Thursday afternoon:

"I have received a number of inquiries today regarding the decision by Orange County Utilities to terminate Roy Kronk's employment yesterday. I am furnishing this statement on Mr. Kronk's behalf. Mr. Kronk is the Orange County Utilities worker who found the remains of Caylee Anthony. The termination of Mr. Kronk relates to a difference of opinion between Mr. Kronk and Orange County regarding a workplace injury sustained by Mr. Kronk in the course of his job duties at an Orange County Utilities warehouse. This dispute arose because Mr. Kronk's management directed him to resume work duties after his injury, and Mr. Kronk and his health care providers did not consider it to be safe or medically appropriate to resume those duties at this time. Mr. Kronk is evaluating his legal options relating to his termination. In the meantime, Mr. Kronk is volunteering his time to a veteran's group in Osceola County--he is providing counseling to military veterans to help ease their adjustment to civilian life." David Evans Attorney for Roy Kronk

Halloween Safety Tips

BEFORE HALLOWEEN:

• Plan costumes that are bright and reflective in order to increase visibility to motorists. Make sure that shoes fit well and that costumes are short enough to prevent tripping, entanglement or contact with flame.

• Consider adding reflective tape or striping to costumes and trick-or-treat bags for greater visibility.

• Secure emergency identification (name, address, phone number) discreetly within Halloween attire or on a bracelet.

• Because a mask can limit or block eyesight, consider non toxic and hypoallergenic or a decorative hat as a safe alternative.

• When shopping for costumes, wigs and accessories, purchase only those with a label indicating they are flame resistant.

• Think twice before using simulated knives, guns or swords. If such props must be used, be certain they do not appear authentic and are soft and flexible to prevent injury.

• Obtain flashlights with fresh batteries for all children and their escorts.

• Plan ahead to use only battery powered lanterns or chemical light sticks in place of candles in decorations and costumes.

• Teach children their home phone number and to how call 9-1-1 (or their local emergency number) if they have an emergency or become lost. Remind them that 9-1-1 can be dialed free from any phone.

• Review with your children the principle of "Stop-Drop-Roll", should their clothes catch on fire.
• Openly discuss appropriate and inappropriate behavior at Halloween time.

• Consider purchasing individually packaged healthy food alternatives (or safe non-food treats) for those who visit your home.

• Take extra effort to eliminate tripping hazards on your porch and walkway. Check around your property for flower pots, low tree limbs, support wires or garden hoses that may prove hazardous to young children rushing from house to house.

• Please learn or review CPR skills to aid someone who is choking or having a heart attack.

• Consider safe party guidelines when hosting an Adult or Office Party.

FUN ALTERNATIVES:

• Find a special event or start one in your own neighborhood.

• Community Centers, Shopping Malls and Houses of Worship may have organized festivities.

• Share the fun by arranging a visit to a Retirement Home or Senior Center.

• Create an alliance with College Fraternities, Sororities or Service Clubs for children's face painting or a carnival.

BEFORE NIGHTFALL ON HALLOWEEN:

• A good meal prior to parties and trick-or-treating will discourage youngsters from filling up on Halloween treats.

• Consider fire safety when decorating. Do not overload electrical outlets with holiday lighting or special effects, and do not block exit doors.

• While children can help with the fun of designing a Jack O' Lantern, leave the carving to adults.
• Always keep Jack O' Lanterns and hot electric lamps far away from drapes, decorations, flammable materials or areas where children and pets will be standing or walking.

• Plan and review with your children the route and behavior which is acceptable to you.

• Do not permit children to bicycle, roller-blade or skateboard.

• Agree on a specific time when revelers must return home.

• Along with flashlights for all, older children and escorts should wear a wristwatch and carry coins for non-emergency phone calls.

• Confine, segregate or otherwise prepare household pets for an evening of frightful sights and sounds. Be sure that all dogs and cats are wearing collars and proper identification tags.

• Remind all household drivers to remain cautious and drive slowly throughout the community.
• Adult partygoers should establish and reward a designated driver

WHEN TRICK-OR-TREATING:

• A Parent or responsible Adult should always accompany young children on their neighborhood rounds.

• Remind Trick-or-Treaters:

• By using a flashlight, they can see and be seen by others.

• Stay in a group, walk slowly and communicate where you are going.

• Only trick-or-treat in well known neighborhoods at homes that have a porch light on.

• Remain on well-lit streets and always use the sidewalk.

• If no sidewalk is available, walk at the farthest edge of the roadway facing traffic.

• Never cut across yards or use alleys.

• Never enter a stranger's home or car for a treat.

• Obey all traffic and pedestrian regulations.

• Always walk. Never run across a street.

• Only cross the street as a group in established crosswalks (as recognized by local custom).

• Remove any mask or item that will limit eyesight before crossing a street, driveway or alley.

• Don't assume the right of way. Motorists may have trouble seeing Trick-or-Treaters. Just because one car stops, doesn't mean others will.

• Never consume unwrapped food items or open beverages that may be offered.

• No treats are to be eaten until they are thoroughly checked by an Adult at home.

• Law Enforcement authorities should be notified immediately of any suspicious or unlawful activity.

AFTER TRICK-OR-TREATING:

• Wait until children are home to sort and check treats. Though tampering is rare, a responsible Adult should closely examine all treats and throw away any spoiled, unwrapped or suspicious items.

• Try to apportion treats for the days following Halloween.

• Although sharing is encouraged, make sure items that can cause choking (such as hard candies), are given only to those of an appropriate age.

4 Tips On How To Use Social Networks For Employee Screening

One of the hottest and most controversial topics in the background screening space is the use of social networks to screen employees.

The New York Law Journal covers this important issue in an article titled “Social Networking and Blogging: Managing the Conversation.”

The Tips:
1.Employers choosing to screen blogs and social networking profiles must also comply with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The FCRA requires an applicant’s or employee’s consent before an employer may engage a “consumer reporting agency” to produce a “consumer report” on that individual. FCRA does not prohibit employers from receiving or using the consumer report that contains information derived from social networking sites or blogs, but it requires disclosure that such information resulted in an adverse employment decision.

2. Employers should also develop clear rules regarding their hiring procedure if they wish to make use of available online information from personal blogs and social networking sites for screening purposes.

3. For instance, it is vital that a wall be constructed between the ultimate decision maker and the individual conducting the initial online research. While specific rules will vary based on an individual employer’s needs, any employer utilizing these technologies should ensure that irrelevant information is screened and filtered before it reaches the decision maker.

4. The law applicable to employee blogging and social networking is still evolving, and the lack of legal precedent leaves significant room for interpretation. When making use of online resources, however, it is better to err on the side of caution, as the potential risks to the employer can be significantly greater than any benefits the additional information social networking sites and blogs may provide.

Background Checks

It’s not everyday that I see a headline like this in our local newspaper, The Columbus Dispatch.

Last night the Franklin County Board of Developmental Disabilities voted to require background checks every three years on all their employees. Previously, background checks were conducted upon hiring and the county relied on the honor system for employees to report any offense after that.

This is a good reminder that your organization should have a Post-Hire Screening Program in place.
A Post-Hire Screening Program (also called recurring screening) is considered a best practice for employers. It ensures a safe workplace and helps reduce the risk of a negligent retention lawsuit. Conducting checks on all new hires is essential. Keep in mind that a lot can happen in the years after a new hire comes aboard. Companies should consider protecting themselves with periodic post-hire criminal checks and drug screening.

Statistics on Cheating Spouses

Studies have shown us many things about marriages, divorces and the role adultery plays in many divorces. The following are statistics on cheating spouses

About Marriages and Divorce:

50-70 percent of all American marriages end in divorce. •

Within the last decade, incidents of adultery have risen to this alarming rate of 50-70 percent in America.

About the Adulterers:

100 percent of adulterers violate the trust they shared and enjoyed with their spouse. •

10-20 percent of spouse's cheating begins as Internet affairs in chat rooms or at game websites. •

75 percent of adulterers are middle-class wage earners. •

1-5 percent of adulterers are pastors or clergy. •

90 percent of clergy divide churches and cause spiritual upheaval within their sphere of influence. Many congregants become skeptical, bitter and resentful. •

60-70 percent of adultery victims are women. •

30-40 percent of adultery victims are men. This number has increased dramatically over the past decade and a half, due in part to the increased presence of women in the workplace.•

10-15 percent of female victims are between the ages of 20-25 years old.•

50-75 percent of female victims are between the ages of 25-50 years old.•

1-2 percent of female victims are married more than 25 years to the same spouse.•

10-20 percent of adultery victims claim to be Christians, and the cheating spouse usually is a regular attendant of church or religious activities.•

15-20 percent are repeat offenders.•

99.9 percent deny they are having an affair and hide the truth! The exception is when they confess without being forced into it. •

70-80 percent who willing confess to infidelity recovery and enjoy a stronger marriage in time.

About the Affair:

50-75 percent of extramarital affairs take place with someone from the workplace.•

70-80 percent of the time, extramarital activity lasts six months to a year but not longer.•

20-25 percent of adulterers frequent motels or hotels.•

75 percent of sexual activity occurs in a residence, apartment, or office location.•

80-85 percent of domestic relations investigations reveal evidence of adultery when one spouse questions the other's devotion and loyalty.•

30-50 percent of affairs involve alcohol during their indiscretions.•

50 percent of extramarital affairs take place under cover of darkness or in the shadow of the night.•

50-65 percent of extramarital affairs occur on weekends.•

10-15 percent of marriages survive affairs after professional or non-professional (clergy) counseling where the act of forgiveness occurs.•

10-25 percent of spouses having affairs bring financial ruin to their marital home.•

10 percent of affairs result in physical abuse with their spouse at some stage of the affair.•

100 percent of extramarital affairs take their toll on biological and stepchildren. Don't make any sudden moves!

Univ of Central Florida crime rate down

ORLANDO -- The crime rate on the sprawling University of Central Florida campus dropped for the second straight year.


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