Child Indenti-Kit
Our children are our most precious possession and we should take avery available precaution to keep them safe. Thousands of children go missing every day. Some are abducted by strangers; many more are abducted by acquaintances or family members; and even more run away from home. One of the ways to help keep your child safe if the worst should happen, is to have a complete record of your child's identity on hand. The best way to do this is through Child Indenti-Kit. This is a fast and easy way to keep an up-to-date record of your child's identity. A kit can be obtained by visiting the Southern Shores Police Department during business hours or you can simply print a copy of the Child Identi-Kit form and follow the instructions. The Police Department will be happy to help you fill out the kit by taking your child's fingerprints and taking a photograph of your child. The form includes all pertinent identifying information regarding family, medical information and physical characteristics. There are even instructions on how to collect samples of your child's DNA. In the event that your child were missing for any reason then this information would be readily available for a quick and productive response from police.
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Fingerprinting
The Southern Shores Police Department offers fingerprinting services for its citizens and it doesn't require you to wear a pair of silver bracelets. There are a variety of reasons someone may need to be fingerprinted but often fingerprints are required for many job applications or professional licenses. Simply come by the Police Department between the hours of 8:30 am and 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday and we will be happy to take your fingerprints. An appointment is not required but do keep in mind that you may have a short wait depending upon the availability of the duty officer. If you were provided fingerprint cards as part of your application package, please bring them with you; however, we do have copies of applicant cards here. We take fingerprints the old-fashioned way using ink which does clean up quite nicely. However, if you prefer the inkless method, the Dare County Detention Center has a fingerprint machine and they do offer printing services. You may contact the Detention Center at 252-473-6400 for more information.
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Property I. D.
Statistically you will be the victim of a property crime at least once in your lifetime. Should that happen, there are things that you can do which would help the police and increase your chances of recovering your property. Keep a written record (two copies would be best) of the makes, models and serial numbers for all your electronic equipment, home appliances, bicycles, etc. These items specifically identify your property and can be traced nationwide. For all items that can not be identified using a unique number such as jewelry, collectibles, etc, take pictures of those items and record any identifying marks. You may additionally mark personal items such as tools or electronics using an engraver. Use information that is unique such as a driver's license number. You may contact the Southern Shores Police Department for information on the use of an engraver. The Police Department can also videotape the content of your home at your request. You only need to provide the video tape.
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Eddie Eagle
The National Rifle Association (NRA) provides free materials through grant funding for Eddie Eagle's GunSfae Program which teaches children in pre-K through third grade that, if they see a gun: "STOP! Don't Touch. Leave the Area. Tell an Adult." Among children, fatal firearm accidents in the Eddie Eagle age group have been reduced more than two-thirds since the programs' inception, acccording to the National Center for Health Statistics. Gun accident prevention programs such as Eddie Eagle are a significant factor in that decline. Since 1988, Eddie's lifesaving message has been taught to more than 18 million children by law enforcement officers, elementary school teachers and community activists. Eddie Eagle has been endorsed or honored by: the National Sheriff's Association, the U.S. Department of Justice (through its Office of Juvenile Justice and Deliquency Prevention), the National Association of School Safety and Law Enforcement Officers , the Police Athletic League , and others.
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Project Childsafe
Firearms accident in the home can result from an unauthorized indivdual, often a child, finding a loaded and unsecured firearm in the home. The risk of firearms-related unintentional injuries or deaths can be reduced when firearms owners are aware of and fully understand their responsibility to handle firearms safely and store them in a secure manner. Project Childsafe is a nationwide program whose purpose is to promote safe firearms handling and storage practices among all firearms owners through the distribution of key safety education messages and free gun locking devices (firearms safety kits.) The program is supported by a U. S. Department of Justice grant, the National Shooting Sports Foundation , and is a component of Project Safe Neighborhoods . The free firearms safety kits are available at the Southern Shores Police Department.
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Residence Check
Property owners in Dare County face an unusual problem in that the property they own often isn't a full time residence. Either they own rental property or they have a second home which may be occupied a few months out of the year. As such, these properties are often prey to thieves who know all too well that these homes make easy targets. In addition to many other crime prevention methods , the Southern Shores Police Department offers a residence check for homes that will be empty for more than a few days. The homeowner just needs to fill out a simple form outlining contact information, dates that the residence will be empty and any other pertient information that the police will need in your absence. Generally once per 12 hour shift, the duty officer will ride by the residence to make sure that all is secure. In the event that a crime has occurred, the officer will know how to contact you or the appropriate caretaker. Simply stop by the police department during normal business hours to pick up a form or click here to download one.
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NetSmartz
The NetSmartz Workshop is an interactive, educational safety resource from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) and Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) that uses age-appropriate, 3-d activities to teach children and teens how to be safer when using the Internet. What makes NetSmartz unique is its use of the latest technology and its availability to the public at no cost. NetSmartz materials provide a learning experience children will enjoy and understand. The goal of the NetSmartz Workshop is to extend the safety awareness of children to prevent victimization and increase self-confidence whenever they go online. NetSmartz uses 3-D animation to create characters such as Clicky, Webster and Nettie to teach kids about online dangers and how to avoid them using interactive games and activites. You can contact the Southern Shores Police Department to set up a presentation for students, parents, guardians or caregivers.
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