SHERIFF CARMINE MARCENO’S AUGUST 2023 SAFETY & SECURITY TIP: RIGHT-ON-RED, THE GOOD, THE BAD AND THE UGLY
Roughly 50 years ago, states began permitting a right turn, following a complete stop, at a red light. The decision was made, partly, as an effort to save fuel during a period where the United States was experiencing significant fuel shortages in the 1970s. Whether or not this practice actually saves fuel remains unknown. What […]
SHERIFF CARMINE MARCENO’S JULY 2023 SAFETY & SECURITY TIP: THE REALITIES OF DISTRACTED DRIVING
It’s difficult to believe that there was a time that we couldn’t communicate instantly, obtain immediate information, text and call from our vehicles. We have all, to varying degrees, become dependent upon our smart devices and cell phones. Much like other addictions, we compulsively reach for our cell phones and struggle when we are unable […]
TIME FOR HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS: SHERIFF CARMINE MARCENO’S JUNE SAFETY & SECURITY TIP
Eight months have passed since Southwest Florida was devastated by Hurricane Ian. Between the volume of media coverage and the ruins that remain, I am confident that virtually no one wishes to discuss nor consider the upcoming hurricane season. While wounds continue to heal, Lee County must accept the June 1st arrival of the Atlantic […]
SAFETY AT THE GAS STATION: SHERIFF CARMINE MARCENO’S MAY SAFETY & SECURITY TIP
Thefts at gas stations, across the United States, remain a concern for law enforcement. Like many other crimes of opportunity, an unlocked vehicle with personal items in sight makes for a quick and easy target. Whether you are simply distracted while pumping gas or inside paying, thieves wait for the opportunity to quickly open your […]
SHERIFF CARMINE MARCENO’S APRIL SAFETY & SECURITY TIP: GARAGE DOOR SECURITY
Drive down any South Florida street and you will likely find a number of open garage doors. Reports of garage door openers being stolen from unlocked vehicles in the driveway have become more common, as well. In addition to allowing access to any and all property left inside of the garage, these practices now turn […]
SHERIFF CARMINE MARCENO’S MARCH SAFETY & SECURITY TIP: BURGLARS’ PREFERENCES
A very recent conversation with residents at a local community homeowners’ gathering prompted me to take this opportunity to share important information regarding nationwide burglary trends. While burglars and prowlers most definitely benefit from the cover of darkness, nationwide statistics clearly indicate that the vast majority of home break-ins occur between the hours of 10:00 […]
SHERIFF CARMINE MARCENO’S FEBRUARY SAFETY & SECURITY TIP: PREVENTING TOOL THEFT
With the enormous volume of construction and repair being done following Hurricane Ian, the demand for tools has increased exponentially.Both professionals and do-it-yourself residents should take a few moments to consider security methods being used to protect their valuable tools from theft. Tool theft is common from both motor vehicles and storage sheds.Tools stored in […]
SHERIFF CARMINE MARCENO’S JANUARY 2023 SAFETY & SECURITY TIP: LOCK IT OR LOSE IT…
Using the Lee County Sheriff’s Office social media platforms, speaking at numerous community gatherings and asking the media to share the message regarding locking your vehicles and securing valuables has somewhat reduced the number of vehicular burglaries in our county. Still, each morning the calls for service regarding car and truck burglaries and thefts are […]
SHERIFF CARMINE MARCENO’S DECEMBER SAFETY & SECURITY TIP: REMAINING ALERT DURING THE HOLIDAYS
It’s that time of year! Lee County population swells with guests, tourists and snowbirds. Our restaurants and retail stores are brimming with activity, with shoppers and long lines. While many of us have visions of sugar plums dancing in our heads, there are others with less pleasant thoughts…criminals and thieves. When out dining or shopping… […]
SHERIFF CARMINE MARCENO’S SEPTEMBER 2022 SAFETY & SECURITY TIP: AGGRESSIVE DRIVING
In a short time, the county population will swell as visitors from the North migrate to sunny Southwest Florida for the winter months. This influx of visitors and their vehicles make already congested roads a bit more problematic. Aggressive driving makes traveling difficult and dangerous for us all. While patience isn’t a virtue that we […]