On Posted on January 28, 2013 by genesis to News Safety and Security Bulletin There have been some recent concerns expressed by local seniors in the Kerrisdale are (41st Ave specifically near Shoppers Drug Mart and London Drugs). Seniors have been uncomfortable with the Aggressive Panhandling to the point that they are anxious walking alone for fear of being victimized. The Aggressive Panhandlers have been boldly walking with the senior up to the Bank Machines. Genesis Security Group would like to provide some simple Safety Tips that we hope will prevent you from being victimized by these Aggressive Panhandlers. SAFETY TIPS • Walk only in well-lit areas; • Do not burden yourself with packages and/or a bulky purse; • Don’t display large sums of cash or valuables in public; • Go shopping and walking with a friend or in a group there is safety in numbers; • Walk in the centre of the sidewalk, away from alleys and doorways; • If you suspect you are being followed or being victimized by someone, cross the street, go to the nearest home, service station or business and call the police; • Always be aware of your surroundings and avoid areas that increase your chances of being singled out; • Report problem areas to police. The Police welcome the information and can also advise you of prevention methods; • We would also welcome your feedback by contacting us so that we can provide extra support with our Community Patrol services. PreviousPrevious post:Happy New Years NextNext post:Above and Beyond Search for: Search Recent Posts Al Gore in Vancouver (2007) – 25 Years With Genesis Smart Car Patrol (2005) – 25 Years With Genesis Indy Molson (2004) – 25 Years With Genesis The Office (2001) – 25 Years With Genesis The Team (1997 vs 2021) – 25 Years With Genesis Categories General Tips News Press Uncategorised Archives May 2022 April 2022 January 2021 August 2020 August 2019 July 2019 May 2019 April 2019 March 2019 December 2018 November 2018 September 2018 August 2018 July 2018 June 2018 May 2018 March 2018 December 2017 October 2017 September 2017 July 2017 June 2017 April 2017 March 2017 February 2017 December 2016 December 2015 November 2015 July 2015 May 2015 April 2015 March 2015 February 2015 January 2015 December 2014 October 2014 September 2014 August 2014 June 2014 February 2014 December 2013 November 2013 October 2013 September 2013 July 2013 May 2013 February 2013 January 2013 December 2012 November 2012 October 2012 July 2012 April 2012 March 2012 January 2012 December 2011 November 2011 Meta Log in Entries feed Comments feed WordPress.org Al Gore in Vancouver (2007) – 25 Years With GenesisGenesis has gotten to work with all sorts of cool people from all over the world! One of those being Al Gore, the 45th Vice President of the United States …Need a home alarm? Get a free quote today. 24/7 Monitoring community patrol Guard Services Inquire now. We are here to help!
There have been some recent concerns expressed by local seniors in the Kerrisdale are (41st Ave specifically near Shoppers Drug Mart and London Drugs). Seniors have been uncomfortable with the Aggressive Panhandling to the point that they are anxious walking alone for fear of being victimized. The Aggressive Panhandlers have been boldly walking with the senior up to the Bank Machines. Genesis Security Group would like to provide some simple Safety Tips that we hope will prevent you from being victimized by these Aggressive Panhandlers. SAFETY TIPS • Walk only in well-lit areas; • Do not burden yourself with packages and/or a bulky purse; • Don’t display large sums of cash or valuables in public; • Go shopping and walking with a friend or in a group there is safety in numbers; • Walk in the centre of the sidewalk, away from alleys and doorways; • If you suspect you are being followed or being victimized by someone, cross the street, go to the nearest home, service station or business and call the police; • Always be aware of your surroundings and avoid areas that increase your chances of being singled out; • Report problem areas to police. The Police welcome the information and can also advise you of prevention methods; • We would also welcome your feedback by contacting us so that we can provide extra support with our Community Patrol services.