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During the March 13, 2023, Village Board Meeting, Police Chief Chris McNerney provided several updates to the public, including a reminder that residential burglaries are on the rise in surrounding communities. The Larchmont Police Department is on alert with this trend, but needs the public's help in mitigating this crime. Here is an excerpt from the Community Statement from Chief McNerney, issued February 23, 2023:
"Many neighboring communities have seen a recent increase in residential burglaries. This crime pattern is generally occurring between the hours of 5:00pm and 10:00pm. Burglars tend to target vulnerable homes in affluent communities. What makes a home vulnerable? The following is a partial list of obvious conditions:
- An unlighted home. Absence of lighting, especially interior lighting, indicates a home is unoccupied. *(Most common)
- Accumulated newspapers outside residence
- Mail accumulated in mailbox
- Snow un-shoveled
- Garbage cans left at street
- Packages left in plain view
- Ground floor windows left unlocked and/or open
- Residence doors left unlocked and/or open
- Garage doors left open
- No cars in driveway
This is only a partial list. In addition to addressing the above conditions, there are many steps that you can take to assist us combating this intrusive crime. Among them are:
- Setting your alarm. Many times, burglary victims have alarms that were not set.
- Installing exterior lights with motion sensors.
- Securing valuables in discreet locations other than the master bedroom.
- Partnering with the police. If you see something suspicious, call police via 914-834-1000 or 911 for emergencies.
If you are aware of a neighbor(s) that may be away for an extended period of time (vacation/seasonal move), please pass along this community advisory and advise the police department of any known vulnerable premise(s)."
Dark House Service from your Larchmont Police Department
In keeping with their burglary prevention initiative, the Larchmont Police Department also offers a "Dark House Service". If you are traveling and your home will be unoccupied for a period of time, you may request police checks of your residence by filling out the request form. The form is available online and at the Police Desk.
New Park Events Policy Is Now in Effect
On October 17, 2022, the Larchmont Village Board adopted an Event Permit Rules and Requirements Policy. Any organized activities occurring at a Village of Larchmont park with 15 or more people participating will now require a permit. The permit and policy are available online and at the Village Clerk's Office. The policy was formed to ensure a fair process of reviewing and approving events and activities, while balancing proper use of the parks with the demand from residents and community groups. A fee will be charged for this permit based on the park being used. The fee will go towards assisting with the maintenance of the park and ensuring responsibility of the applicant for the proper care and use of the park. The fee is available on the last page of the Fees & Charges schedule, which is available here.
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