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                                         Family Cyber Alert            

                                                                         Empowers Parents
                                 

Just imagine that you are home with your spouse. It’s early afternoon on a sunny day.

Your doors and windows are locked and your very alert dog rests at your feet.  Most people would feel justified in feeling safe right now.However, while you read or watch some T.V. , your child is across the living room on the family computer. That same computer
can be the Trojan Horse that lets a sexual predator into your home.  

 Kids use cyberspace for games, social networking, and even homework. Anywhere there is a mass population of children there is a higher risk for sexual predators. A predator can be almost like a drug addict in that they will do anything, take any risk, to try to get what they want.  The thing about computers is that the predator can lower their risks by reaching out to kids remotely. The days of predators just hanging out at the mall or midway are over. Parenting is as much about control as it is love and whether you like it or not, you must adapt and take control of your child’s on-line activities.

There are many great products on the market to help you. The one we at M.O.S.T. are fond of is called Family Cyber Alert , which is produced by InfoWorks Technology  (  www.itcompany.com  ). F.C.A.  is easy to load and even easier to use.  The suite uses a three pronged anti-predator attack of record, alert and block.  The record functions work behind the scenes to capture every e-mail, chat, and web destination  of your child.  Add to that keystroke logging and a feature that captures the time and sequence of site access and you have a true who, what, when and where easy to read snapshot of what your child is up to.   

 The alert options can be set to scan for certain keywords predators may use, as well as website, gaming and application warnings. Email alerts are also available. This is exactly the sort of early warning system parents need so they can take proactive “Shields up” measures.  That’s where the blocking features come in.  You can block the websites, email addresses, chat forums, gaming areas and web applications of your choice and F.C.A. can helps you decide what seems suspicious and what could possibly be a threat to your kid’s safety.  Gaming is especially interactive lately. Games can be played by multiple players from across the country simultaneously when new players join a session is progress.  During the games,  players often text each other to communicate.  The majority is your typical “I just shot your tank” style talk. However, many law enforcement agencies nationwide have reported that sexual predators are befriending kids online by joining these sessions and obtaining kid’s personal information during the games. Some kids who would never go near a stranger in a park tell everything about themselves to invisible criminals online without even thinking.  As a parent, you need the ability to immediately and effectively block such lowlifes.  Family Cyber Alert is the way to go.  

The price of $19.95 to $69.95 per copy is quite reasonable especially considering that some parents spend hundreds of dollars a year on computer games and PC entertainment software for their children. Even if you don’t, you cannot put a price on your child’s safety. Family Cyber Alert works  with Windows 98/ME/2000/XP and Vista and the reports can be used as evidence should the need ever arise.

 We hope the need never does arise, but unfortunately we live in a world of undesirable people who want to take advantage of our children. Predators hunt on all fronts. Let’s take cyberspace away from them.                                        

Family Cyber Alert can be ordered at www.itcompany.com   ______________________________________________________________________________
                                                                                                                                                                        

                                                                 

KNOW THE RULES...

SAFETY TIPS FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Courtesy of; The National Center For Missing And Exploited Children

1. When in a public facility always supervise your children, and ALWAYS accompany young

children to the restroom. Make certain your children know to stay with you at all times

while shopping and always CHECK FIRST with you or the person in charge before they go

anywhere. It is important to know where your children are and who they are with at all times.

2. If older children become separated from you while holiday shopping, have them meet you

in a predesignated spot such as the sales counter of the store you were in or the mall’s

information booth. For younger children teach them to look for people who may be sources

of help within the store or mall such as a uniformed law-enforcement or security officer,

store salesperson with a nametag, person with a nametag who is working in the information

booth, or mother with children. They should NEVER leave the store/mall or go to the

parking lot to look for you or your vehicle.

3. Make an outing to a mall a “teachable” experience in which children practice checking

with you; using pay telephones; locating the adults who may be able to help if they

need assistance; and, for older children, going to the restroom with a friend. Practice

having them CHECK FIRST with you before going anywhere within a mall or store. Remember,

allowing your children to wear clothing or carry items in public on which their name

is displayed may bring about unwelcome attention from inappropriate people looking for a

way to start a conversation with your children.

4. Parents and guardians should not leave children alone at public facilities such as video

arcades, movie theaters, or playgrounds as a convenient “babysitter” while they are holiday

shopping. Never leave children in toy or specialty stores expecting store personnel to

supervise and care for your children. They are not trained in this role, and it is not a

function of their employment.

5. If you allow your older children to go to the mall or other activities without you, they

need to TAKE A FRIEND. It’s more fun and much safer. Older children should check-in with

you on a regular basis while they are out. Make certain a clear plan is in place to pick them up

including where, what time, and what to do in case of a change in plans.

6. Nothing takes the place of your supervision when you are in a public place with your children.

If you are going holiday shopping and feel you will be distracted, make other arrangements

for the care of your children. It’s easy to get distracted with all the sights, sounds, and

crowds of holiday shopping, so make certain your children stay with you at all times.

For more information about child-safety topics, please visit our website or contact us at

http://www.missingkids.com

Copyright © 1991 National Center for Missing & Exploited Children. All rights reserved.

This project was supported by Grant No. 2005-MC-CX-K024 awarded by the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, Office of Justice

Programs, U.S. Department of Justice. Points of view or opinions in this document are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the official

position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice. National Center for Missing & Exploited Children® and 1-800-THE-LOST® are registered service marks

of the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children.

1-800-THE-LOST ® (1-800-843-5678

                                A.T.M. Safety Tips

                                                                                                            COURTESY WWW.AIRFORCEFCU.COM

Automated teller machines (ATMs) provide a fast and convenient way for you to access your credit union share savings, share draft checking and line-of-credit any time of the day or night. Here are some common sense safety guidelines and suggestions to keep in mind to help protect you and your accounts when using an ATM.

VISA Check Card/ATM Card Security

  • Treat your card like cash. Always keep your card in a safe place.
  • Keep your personal identification number (PIN) a secret. Memorize it.
  • Never write your PIN on your card or store it near your card.
  • Never tell your PIN to anyone or allow anyone to enter your PIN for you.
  • Never give out information about your PIN over the telephone. Your credit union will never ask you for your PIN.
  • If your card is lost or stolen, or you think someone may know your PIN, report it immediately to Air Force FCU.
  • Never leave your receipt or discard it at the ATM.
  • Check your receipts against your monthly statements to guard against ATM fraud.

Personal Security at ATMs

  • After dark, only use ATMs that are well-lighted with minimal landscaping.
  • Always look around before conducting a transaction. If you see anyone or anything suspicious, cancel your transaction and leave the area at once.
  • Have your card ready before you approach the ATM in order to minimize time.
  • When using a walk-up ATM, park as close as you can to the machine. If there are other people at the ATM you want to use, remain in your car with the doors locked and windows up until they leave.
  • Do not leave your car running or the keys in the ignition as you walk up to the ATM.
  • Use your body to block the view of your transaction, especially as you enter your PIN and take your cash and card.
  • As you return to your car after the transaction, have your car keys ready and check around and under your vehicle.
  • When using a drive-up ATM, keep your doors locked and windows up until you are ready to use the machine.
  • While waiting in line for the ATM, always leave enough room between your vehicle and the one in front of you for a quick exit should it become necessary.
  • Keep cash, checks or moneybags out of sight until you are ready for your transaction.
  • If you are followed after using an ATM, seek a place where people, activity and security can be found. If necessary, call the police.

    

Prescription Arrests - October  2008


Disclaimer: The individuals depicted have been arrested but not convicted at the time of this posting. Information regarding case dispositions must be obtained from the Orange County Clerk of the Courts.

                                                     Send any comments or information about these cases to:
                                                                        lloyd.randolph@cityoforlando.net

Name: McQuaid, Tyler C.
DOB:  03/15/1989 
Date of Arrest:  10/29/2008 
Charge: Attempting to Obtain a Controlled Substance by Forgery.
Location: 2000 Blk. S. Semoran Blvd.

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Name: Forrester, William D.
DOB:  10/19/1956 
Date of Arrest:  10/29/2008 
Charge: Trafficking in Oxycodone over 14 grams & Obtaining a Controlled Substance by Forgery.
Location: 500 Blk. Cathcart Av.