Things have remained relatively quiet in our immediate area.  Here are the latest incidents close to us from the Crime Alert emails:
 
7/11/11, 9:20 a.m. 1800 block Government St. Assault
7/12/11,  3:30 a.m. 2000 block Springhill Ave.  Burglary- Credit card, wallet, money, shoes
7/12/11, 5:00 p.m. 1700 block Government St. Burglary- door- TV
 
A neighbor reported a car break-in on Demouy Street on July 11, but I have not been able to verify that a police report was made.  
 
Hopefully if you receive these emails you are already using caution when it comes to your vehicle.  The MPD mantra remains the same: lock the doors and NEVER leave valuables in your vehicle- especially things like your purse or laptop on the front seat or a firearm ANYWHERE in your car.  Many gun crimes are committed with stolen firearms.  
 
Make plans now to attend the "National Night Out" at Bel Air Mall.  Here are the details, courtesy of Sgt. Sylvester:
 

Tuesday, August 2, 2011
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Colonial Bel Air Mall – Fountain area in front of JC Penney
Sponsored by: City of Mobile-Police Department, Bel Air Mall and Target Stores, Inc.
 
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Join us for this family friendly event designed to celebrate neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships. Get information about crime prevention, safety issues, health and the importance of unity in the community.

Activities and Demonstrations Include:
Door Prizes, Kids’ Activities, Child ID Kits, Safety Presentations,
Self Defense Tactics, Information Booths and More!!
 

Curfew update:  Tomorrow, Mayor Sam Jones will hold a press conference on the proposed youth curfew.  This issue will come before the City Council for discussion next Tuesday.  If you have not done so, please contact the members of the City Council and voice your opinion on this issue.  I personally feel that it is in the best interest of everyone in our city if this ordinance is passed.  This link will give you contact information for the council members:

http://www.cityofmobile.org/cityofficials/elected.php