Crime Watch

Stoneridge Neighbors Night Out is October 1, 2024
watch for announcements regarding volunteering and sign up for dinner.
 
Stoneridge Crime watch
Neighborhood Crime Watch
Welcome to the Stoneridge Crime watch Information page.  The Stoneridge Property Owners Association is an active part of the Neighborhood Crime watch. Stoneridge POA has a sign that can be placed at the entrances of our neighborhood to alert the residents to crime issues in our area.
 
Neighborhood Watch PosterIf you are a victim of a crime, PLEASE call 911, the Travis County Sheriff, and notify this web site so we can get the information out to your neighbors to help prevent another incident. If you notify this link, we will post a CRIMEWATCH ALERT, at the entrances. Make a difference and get involved!  Email Stoneridge CrimeWatch
 
Request below to have the Sheriff Deputies drive by several times to keep an eye on the home if you are going out of town. Having increased police patrols around is the best deterrent to crime!

If going out of town, you can file a Close Patrol by the Travis County Sheriffs Office by clicking on the link CLOSE PATROL REQUEST
 
Remember: YOU ARE THE EYES AND EARS OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH!
Call 911 immediately if you see someone suspicious.
Crime Watch Alerts
 
02/20/2023 Pest Control Scam Wells Branch neighbors report there is a company going door-to-door falsely reporting that a nearby house has a rat infestation and offering a "free" inspection.  (The company may offer legitimate services, but their salesman are telling every homeowner this tale.)
 
12/3/2022   Porch Pirate Season
Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping is over. The Christmas season is about to ramp up into full swing and and unfortunately the criminals are not taking any holiday time off this year. Its PORCH PIRATE SEASON too!! We have had reports that they are busy throughout Well Branch, including Stoneridge!!

This is the season when the criminals follow around the Amazon and UPS trucks hoping to get the presents off your porch before you can get them under the tree. Don't make it easy. Use the secure lockers that are being offered or even though it is a hassle to pick them up at a Delivery station, it's better to receive your package than to give it to the Grinchs. Nothing is worse than purchasing the perfect present and having it stolen at your front door. Use the Close Patrol Request below to have the Sheriff Deputies drive by several times to keep an eye on the home if you are going out of town. Having increased police patrols around is the best deterrent to crime!

If you are going out of town for the holidays you can file a Close Patrol by the Travis County Sheriffs Office by clicking on the link CLOSE PATROL REQUEST
10/27/2022
Travis County Sheriff Department Public Alert
Phone Scam
A number of phone scams have been victimizing residents of Travis County. The caller claims to be an officer with TCSO or another local, state or federal agency. The scammer aggressively claims the resident has failed to do any number of things, ranging from jury duty to paying taxes and tells the resident he/she owes a fine that must be paid immediately in order to avoid being arrested. 
 
There is a common element in all of the phone scams - the caller seeks immediate payment via gift card or money pack. TCSO will never seek payment for anything via wire transfer, gift cards or money packs. 
 
If you receive a suspicious phone call from someone demanding payment, do not hesitate to contact us at 512-854-9770 to verify the validity of that call before giving anyone money. 
 
These scammers are diligently being pursued by national law enforcement agencies. 
PLEASE LOCK YOUR HOME AND VEHICLE DOORS AND GATES . CHECK EVERY NIGHT!!
Stoneridge Celebration of National Night Out      
The Stoneridge National Night out in 2024 will coincide with the Texas Night Out and will be held on October 1st.     Watch for announcements for volunteers.  
Key Reminders
Remember: YOU ARE THE EYES AND EARS OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH! Call 911 immediately if you see someone suspicious.
 
For rapid response to any crime actions or suspicious person you should contact the Travis County Sheriff Department by calling 911.
 
For reporting of NON-EMERGENCY ACTIONS, call 512-974-0845, Option 3.
 
Reporting a Crime
For rapid response to any crime actions or suspicious person, Dial 911 to contact the
Travis County Sheriff Department.
 
To report non-emergency activity, call 512-974-0845, Option 3
 
Tips to Help Avoid Being a Target for Crime
  • Always lock your doors and windows, even if you are at home.  Close your garage door.
  • Trim bushes away from doors and windows.
  • Cars parked on the street are more likely to be vandalized. 
  • When leaving town for an extended period, have a trusted friend, neighbor or family member take care of your home. Ask them to pick up your mail, newspapers and other deliveries.
  • Notify your police department when you are planning an extended absence, and they will routinely check your property. Also, do not tell strangers that you will be away.
  • You should neither leave notes on your door nor messages on your answering machine, detailing your schedule or return.
  • Avoid displaying gifts where they can be seen from outside your home through a window or doorway. Leave burglars guessing at what they will find and where to find them.
  • If possible, have packages delivered to a neighbor if you are not home. Deliveries left outside are easily stolen by thieves, and they also draw unwanted attention to your home.
  • Elaborate and or expensive outdoor Christmas decorations are often stolen right from your property. Consider installing simpler and cheaper outside decorations.
  • Do not decorate your windows to the point that your view to the outside of your home is obscured. You need a clear view of your property.
  • Discreetly dispose of packaging for expensive items. Thieves can spot something you have discarded and target your home for their next burglary or theft.
  • For example, when you make large purchases, do not leave the empty boxes on the curb. Break them down and place them on the bottom of your trash pile on the day of pickup.
  • Be alert to the UPS and Fed Ex trucks dropping off packages and moving on quickly. There have been reports of vehicles following these package delivery trucks, waiting a few minutes and then running up to the doors and stealing the packages right off the porch!
  • Do not attempt to intervene but instead CALL 911 and give a description of the vehicle and a license plate if possible. Do not put yourself in jeopardy but instead allow law enforcement to take the immediate action!