Two police helicopters hovered overhead, their lights scanning our property as a recorded voice boomed, ‘Police. You are under arrest. Stay right there and I won’t shoot you.’ It was 6:45 p.m., and my husband and I had been grilling chicken and preparing a salad for dinner when we heard the commotion. Peeking over the fence, I saw members of the Phoenix SWAT Team, armed and accompanied by dogs, circling our premises. One of them picked up something and said, ‘Yeah, there’s a jammer right here.’ I leaned over the patio and inquired, ‘What’s going on?’
- Should I listen? The police advised me to go inside
- How Do They Keep Getting Away With It?
- Is Anything in Life Really Random?
Should I listen? The police advised me to go inside
A South American gang was targeting homes for theft, and a SWAT member warned me that my property might be next. He inquired if they had permission to enter my premises, and I immediately consented. He further asked if I would pursue charges in case they found anyone, to which I replied affirmatively. While Barry handed over the keys to open the security gates, I opened the driveway gates to our property and guest house. Apparently, spotting us at home, the gang probably shifted their focus to the adjacent house. Unfortunately, a house four doors away from us was not as fortunate. The homeowner had left for dinner at 5 pm and received a notification just five minutes later that his security cameras were offline. Assuming it was an internet issue, he didn’t realize the gravity of the situation. The gang swiftly broke in, stealing $25,000 in cash and valuables worth $100,000, all within 10 minutes.
How Do They Keep Getting Away With It?
Our home’s security cameras and internet are hard-wired, making them impervious to Wi-Fi jammers. This proved crucial when a gang, known for using cellular and Wi-Fi jammers to disable security measures, targeted our neighborhood. The thieves likely assumed our cameras and phones were disabled, but the blinking red lights of our security cameras gave them away, silently recording every move. The gang, fortunately, doesn’t carry firearms, reducing the potential danger. If apprehended, they face about six months in jail before extradition to Chile. Want to see the footage? I shared it during a Kim Komando Today live stream. The experience underscored my deep appreciation for our dedicated police force. It’s chilling to think of being left defenseless, with phones and cameras rendered useless. But thanks to our robust security setup, we had eyes on the situation the entire time.
Is Anything in Life Really Random?
This widespread issue isn’t confined to Phoenix; it’s occurring nationwide. Before striking, gangs meticulously scout potential targets, surveying neighborhoods, checking real estate listings to pinpoint the master bedroom, and scouting for dogs. Friends in California’s gated communities have fallen victim to similar gangs. Kudos to Phoenix Police for apprehending three gang members lurking in my area that fateful night. The gang’s modus operandi involves meticulous planning and research, highlighting the importance of vigilance and proactive security measures.