I heard about this on the radio and it caught my attention for a few reasons.
1. A police evidence storage building was robbed. Who robs the police? My guess is someone working for the police.
As we say at the church, we always recognize the face of the person caught stealing. The theives we catch returned regularly to the scene of the crime. They did it the next day they returned to work.
Based upon reported thefts in one area of the church I placed a hidden camera and within 45 minutes someone walked by and stole the bait (not worms, but close). The next morning when I looked at the video I instantly knew who it was.
2. “He said he plans to take steps to prevent any additional thefts, including installing video surveillance and alarm systems to protect the vaults.”
I would assume it was secured. At least an alarm somewhere. Especially after the previous thefts.
What church building (other than a little church in the woods) would not have an alarm? I have to admit that there was a time when every staff member, every former staff member, and many of the non-staff members knew the church alarm code and could walk in and out any time of the night. It had not changed in 6 years. For a staff of about 60 (not counting custodial) there are 7 people who know how to turn off the alarm. Even the preacher doesn’t know. Only 4 additional people know how to turn on the alarm (my security hosts who handle nightly lockup).
When the building is closed, everyone must leave. If there is something important that they absolutely must stay late for then they must ask permission from someone on the administrative staff (typically me) to stay later. That person is responsible for setting the alarm (thankfully that can be done remotely).
3. Did you notice the names?
I cannot get over the fact that the mayor is Mister Office and the Chief of Police is Officer Mister.
Actually, I am hoping that he is an officer (the chief, not the mayor), but I have not heard it referenced anywhere. While looking around I did get a kick out of the name of the county Sheriff. Every county needs some Justus
At a church where we used to attend, one time the church was robbed, and the thief was …….. the pastor.