It is January 1, 2009

Dear Residents,

Happy New Year to all of you!

2008 has been an eventful year for all of us, especially the Committee members who had gotten together middle of last year to put together the security project that has impacted us all. We hope 2009 will see things improve further in our neighbourhood.

The committee members have not been meeting the last few weeks as most of us went to spend some time holidaying with our families. And we hope you have done the same. As the holiday season is coming to a close we are sure things will start to become routine and 'normal' again for all of us.

Anyway, before we go further, we have some bad news for you. It is with great sadness to inform you of Chief Inspector Foo’s demise on 30 December 2008. That night, he complained of not feeling well. He was sent to the hospital by his family members but died on the way, leaving behind his young family.


Chief Inspector Foo receving a donation from the residents of USJ 11/3 recently from Mike, our Committee member

Chief Inspector Foo was instrumental in encouraging us to set up the security system to protect ourselves knowing full well, their resources were stretched to its limit. He had also offered a lot of advice to us during the initial stages. We have raised some funds amongst the committee members of which will be handed over to his family.

Now, back to the happenings in our neighbourhood. During the holidays there were a few cases of break-ins which were reported in this blog. However, there was one particular case which needed to be highlighted. It happened in 11/3C.

The house was broken into when the occupants were out. It happened in the daytime. It was similar to the case reported a few weeks earlier. But this time there was an eye witness so we would like to inform you of the robber’s modus operandi.

There were two Chinese men involved. They would park their car right in front of the victim’s house. But that is not all. There was a woman and a child seating in the back seat of the car. This was seen by the neighbour’s maid.

Once in the compound, the two men pried open the side door and grill to gain entry into the house. Once inside they would ransack the house and take only what they could carry leaving behind all the big items like TV and all. The things which they were targeting were items like watches, jewelry, notebooks, cash, mobile phones and things that are of value but easy to carry away. They then drive away casually once they were done.

Folks, because they want to eliminate suspicion, they would then ensure that there are occupants in the car, in this case a woman and a child. No one would think of stopping them, not even our guards. However, ever since this case has been highlighted, our guards are now on high alert.

So, please report all suspicious looking people to the guards on duty by calling our hotline or better still, please call the police. This can happen at time of the day. So if you see an unfamiliar car parked with occupants inside, in front of your neighbour’s house, especially when they are not home, please do report it. It is important that we check them out.

2009 is here and it is anticipated that it will be a tough journey ahead. So, that means crime will also increase. Please do be vigilant at all times and be safe.

May 2009 bring you and your family great health and happiness!

The Committee
11 Trees @ USJ