8 Nov. 15 - Dec. 5, 2008
Community
www.SanTanSun.com
Attack from Page 1
According to police, the lone jogger was struck
Stay aware to stay safe Belong to Block Watch
from behind and knocked unconscious. The assailant
Residents can reduce the risk of becoming crime Area residents are also encouraged to join Block
then stole the woman’s iPod, ring and necklace
victims by following a few simple precautions. First, Watch, a cooperative program between residents and
before fl eeing the scene. When the woman regained
says Griner, reduce distractions like listening to loud law enforcement run by Chandler Police Department’s
consciousness, she returned home and called police
music through headphones or constantly talking on Crime Prevention Unit. Block Watch offers information
to report the assault. The victim sustained a blow to
cell phones and texting while outdoors. on inexpensive ways to improve home security and
the head and skinned elbows and knees, but chose not
“As a rule of thumb it is safe to run, jog or walk teaches residents how to make their neighborhoods
to receive medical attention for her injuries.
in Chandler. However, no matter where you are or safer through a “looking out for each other” approach.
Sgt. Rick Griner, public information offi cer with the
what you are doing, you should be aware of your The program is available at no cost and offers a
Chandler Police Department, says an investigation of
surroundings,” Griner advises. great way for neighbors to become acquainted while
the assault is ongoing, though the details of the crime
He also suggests exercising with a partner whenever building a better community.
make it diffi cult to pursue.
possible. Griner stresses that being an involved citizen is a
“She was attacked from behind and there were
“It is always safer to do activities with other people key component in keeping the crime rate down.
no witnesses,” says Griner. “We have no suspect
using strength in numbers. And, carry a cell phone “If you see any suspicious activity, report it to the
information at all. This case has been forwarded to
with you and have identifi cation as well, just in case police,” he urges.
our robbery detectives so that they can track any other
there is a problem.” Anyone interested in learning more about
cases that may be similar.”
Staying safe should be a priority at home as well, Block Watch should call 480-782-4528 or visit
Griner says he does not think this incident is linked
says Griner. Petty thefts and burglaries are often www.chandlerpd.com.
to a recent increase in commercial property robberies
crimes of opportunity that might be avoided with
in the SanTan Sun area, which has been spurred in
basic preventative measures.
Miriam Van Scott of Kerby Estates is a freelance writer and
part by the bad economy. He notes that violent attacks
“Always keep your doors and windows locked,” he
Chandler transplant from the Washington, D.C. area. She can be
like the jogger’s assault remain very rare in Southern
reached at Miriam@SanTanSun.com.
says. “Keep your garage door closed even if you are
Chandler.
home. Vehicle burglaries are always a problem. We
“We have seen more armed robberies of banks
strongly encourage people not to leave any valuables
and/or stores in the past few months, but this type of
in their cars including cell phones, wallets, purses,
incident is not common in Chandler,” Griner says of
laptops, briefcases, money, backpacks, etc. The list
the mugging. “There are no other reports of attacks
goes on.”
like this that I have located.”
Enter raffl e to benefi t hospice center
One thousand dollars cash is up for grabs during the Ocotillo Women’s League Hospice of the Valley – Dobson Home was founded in 1977 as a nonprofi t
charity fundraiser to benefi t Hospice of the Valley – Dobson Home. organization providing comfort and dignity as life nears its end, regardless of
Tickets are $20 each, and no more than 200 will be sold. The winner need not ability to pay.
be present for the drawing, held at the Ocotillo Women’s League luncheon on Jan. To purchase a ticket, call or email Sharon Anton at 480-782-0809 or
19. bill3190@cox.net.
Page 1  |  Page 2  |  Page 3  |  Page 4  |  Page 5  |  Page 6  |  Page 7  |  Page 8  |  Page 9  |  Page 10  |  Page 11  |  Page 12  |  Page 13  |  Page 14  |  Page 15  |  Page 16  |  Page 17  |  Page 18  |  Page 19  |  Page 20  |  Page 21  |  Page 22  |  Page 23  |  Page 24  |  Page 25  |  Page 26  |  Page 27  |  Page 28  |  Page 29  |  Page 30  |  Page 31  |  Page 32  |  Page 33  |  Page 34  |  Page 35  |  Page 36  |  Page 37  |  Page 38  |  Page 39  |  Page 40  |  Page 41  |  Page 42  |  Page 43  |  Page 44  |  Page 45  |  Page 46  |  Page 47  |  Page 48  |  Page 49  |  Page 50  |  Page 51  |  Page 52  |  Page 53  |  Page 54  |  Page 55  |  Page 56  |  Page 57  |  Page 58  |  Page 59  |  Page 60  |  Page 61  |  Page 62  |  Page 63  |  Page 64  |  Page 65  |  Page 66  |  Page 67  |  Page 68  |  Page 69  |  Page 70  |  Page 71  |  Page 72  |  Page 73  |  Page 74  |  Page 75  |  Page 76  |  Page 77  |  Page 78  |  Page 79  |  Page 80