Hello Neighbors!
Several neighbors have voiced concerns over suspected recent break-ins in Wynncrest. We, as your trustees, wanted to address these concerns right away so that everyone can be informed.
After speaking to Officer Brad Wood from the Wildwood Precinct of the St. Louis County Police Department, the news seems to be very promising. According to Officer Wood, there have been no reports of actual break-ins in our neighborhood, with the exception of one, in the past few years. We have one of the safest neighborhoods in West St. Louis County.
Most of the crimes in our area seem to be property crimes of opportunity. “Car Hopping” is a crime of opportunity, committed usually by local teens at night. This is where they go by parked cars, check if they are unlocked, and steal anything they can carry away.
So, what can we do? As a neighborhood, there are at least four things we can do to help keep crime at bay. First, lock you cars and don’t leave anything of value in them. Second, close your garage door at night. Third, call your neighbor and let them know when something is amiss. For example, if your neighbor always shuts their garage and late one night, you notice it open, give them a call. Finally, BE AWARE. Call the police if you see something that concerns you. They want to be notified.
The direct phone number for the Wildwood Precinct is (636) 458-9194.
One final note: People who solicit in this neighborhood are required to have a license by St. Louis County to sell. If you see someone soliciting door-to-door, call the police. They will come and ask to see the license to sell. If there is not one, the police will make the solicitors leave.
We all need to work together to keep our neighborhood and our kids safe. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact any one of your trustees.
Sincerely,
Your Trustees, Wynncrest HOA
Larry Walker, Vicki Helfrey, Jon Michelson