Last updated Jun 25, 2022 | Published on Dec 2, 2012 | Communitiy Updates
Recommendations To Consider Before Donating
Not only during the holiday seasons, but anytime you are asked to donate to a charitable organization, there are some things you should consider before donating. It is always great if you are able to help support these organizations, but be sure the money you give is going to the cause you would like to support.
Read the recommendations provided by our Rockledge Police department to avoid being scammed when asked to donate. These are some great tips and recommendations.
Charitable Organizations
1) If you are unsure if a charitable organization is legitimate, ask the following questions:
- What are the charity’s name, headquarters address, phone number and website address?
- How long has it been in operation?
- What is the money used for?
- What percentage of the donation goes to the actual service and how much goes to fundraising?
- What is the first and last name of the person you are speaking with?
If the solicitor cannot or will not answer these basic questions about the charity or uses pressure tactics to obtain a donation, DO NOT GIVE! It is not rude to simply say that you are not interested and hang up.
2) Florida Law gives you the right to request and receive a copy of a charity’s financial report before donating. Ask for it.
3) If you decide to give…never give cash. Contribute by check and make it out directly to the charitable organization.
4) Just because a “charity” sounds official…it may not be. Sometimes scammers will use a name that “sounds” legitimate to put the donor at ease.
5) Never give out personal information such as credit card numbers, bank account numbers, or social security numbers.
6) To verify a Charitable Organization or for further information about a charity, you can call the Florida Division of Consumer Services 1-800-435-7352 or visit their website at www.800helpfla.com.
7) National “Do Not Call” Registry
- Most telemarketers cannot call your telephone number if it is in the “National Do Not Call Registry”.
- You can now register your home and mobile numbers for FREE, and your registration will be effective for 5 years. To register call 1-888-382-1222 or visit their website at www.donotcall.gov.
- Will registering stop all calls? No, placing your number of the national registry will stop most, but not all telemarketing calls. You may still receive calls from political organizations, charities, telephone surveyors or companies with which you have an existing business relationship.
Last updated Jun 26, 2022 | Published on Nov 16, 2012 | Neighborhood Watch
Updates on Rockledge Shooting Incident
Many of our Three Meadows residents may have noticed the police activity today just off of Fiske Blvd North of Barton Blvd. The following article is provided by our Rockledge Police neighborhood watch coordinator regarding the shooting which occurred. Additional information can also be found on our Space Coast Florida Local News links. The video on Florida Today can be accessed directly by this link to the Rockledge shooting.
Hello Neighbors
Today at approximately 10:00 AM, the Rockledge Police Department received a report of shots fired on Pinson Boulevard. When officers arrived on scene they found an individual slumped over in a vehicle. The victim died as a result of his injuries. The victims name has not yet been released and there is an ongoing investigation. Schools in the area were placed on “lockdown” as a precaution until the scene was deemed safe
An update will be sent out on Monday.
Officer Ilene Manzo
Neighborhood Watch Coordinator
Community Relations Unit
1776 Jack Oates Blvd.
Rockledge, Florida 32955
(321) 690-3213 ext. 3197
nw@cityofrockledge.org
Last updated Jun 26, 2022 | Published on Oct 9, 2012 | Neighborhood Watch
Burglary at Publix Liquor Store in Rockledge
The following article has been provided by the Rockledge Police department, and is being posted to our local neighborhood watch articles to keep everyone aware of local events. Please let the appropriate authorities know if you have information to assist in identifying the parties involved in this crime.
Date: October 8, 2012
Author: Inv. Bryce Phillips
Subject: Publix Liquor Store Burglary 2012-32253
On October 3, 2012, at approximately 0327 hours a burglary occurred at the Publix liquor store located at 3818 Murrell Road Rockledge, Brevard County, Florida.
Later that morning, Rockledge Police recovered a white 2005 Ford Econoline E350 van that was stolen overnight. Based upon evidence, it is believed this vehicle is linked to the burglary.
If anyone has any information regarding this crime, please contact Investigator Bryce Phillips at (321) 690-3988 ext. 3149 or bphillips@cityofrockledge.org
The photo below does not provide a great deal of helpful information, but is provided for your benefit. Click on the image to view the full size as provided by the Rockledge Police.
Last updated Jun 25, 2022 | Published on Aug 18, 2012 | Neighborhood Watch
Please review the article below regarding a recent armed robbery at Aldi on Barnes Boulevard in Rockledge. Anyone with information regarding this crime should contact the Rockledge police . For more information about this crime along with security video of the events, watch the crim outline by clicking on the following article: Aldi armed robbery video and timeline
On August 1, 2012, at approximately 9:18 P.M., the Rockledge Police Department responded to Aldi Supermarket at 628 Barnes Boulevard in reference to an armed robbery.
The suspect at gunpoint took an undisclosed amount of currency from an Aldi’s employee via the store safe. The suspect exits from the rear door of the store. The video surveillance will give a synopsis of the event as well as the following suspect descriptors:
• White male approximately 5’11’’, 170-180 pounds, thin build
• Approximately 20-30 years-old
• At time of robbery he was wearing a black hat, black shirt, blue jeans, black shoes and a pair of black gloves
If you can provide any information, please contact Cpl. Nick Galluzzi #194 at 321-690-3988 ex 3194 or email at ngalluzzi@cityofrockledge.org or Crimeline at 1-800-423-TIPS for possible reward.
Last updated Jun 25, 2022 | Published on Aug 18, 2012 | Neighborhood Watch
There was a recent robbery attempt at the KSC Credit Union on Barnes Road. The excerpt below is provided by our Rockledge police department. Anyone with information about this crime is encouraged to contact them to help discourage future crime activities.
Attached is the Rockledge Police Department Press Release in reference to an Armed Robbery at Aldi’s on August 1, 2012.
There was also an attempted robbery at Kennedy Space Center Credit Union info is below…
On August 01, 2012, there was an attempted armed robbery at the Kennedy Space Center Federal Credit Union, located at 634 Barnes Boulevard in the City of Rockledge. The get away car and driver was apprehended. After interviewing the driver it was learned there was three unidentified black males who attempted to commit the robbery. They were armed with automatic weapons. After the attempted robbery they drove a near by parking lot and drove off in separate vehicles.
Vehicle # 1- Maroon newer model Impala. The vehicle possibly is registered to a black female, who is possibly employed in the medical field as a CNA. The vehicle has dark tinted windows with a chrome package installed. Chrome panels on both lower sides of the vehicle, front grill is chrome and rear taillights have chrome around them. The vehicle has 5-Star alloy rims with black trim.
Vehicle #2- GMC Blown Serria Van (family van)
Suspect # 1- Black male, 5-11 to 6-01, est. 33 years of age, medium built, shoulder length dreads kept in pony tail at times, sporting a full gold grill on top (teeth). Several tattoos on his neck, chest, back and both arms and two tear drop tattoos under both eyes. There is a noticeable tattoo of a portrait of a deceased individual on his left arm. The suspect dresses well and he has facial hair that he keeps well groomed. The suspect wears unique custom jewelry. The suspect frequents local nightclubs in Brevard County and the Orlando area. The suspect is believed to have grown up in the Cocoa area and attended Cocoa High School. Suspect is believed to currently reside in the Orlando area. The suspect is known to use rental vehicles and his personal vehicle is a 2009 Black S550 Mercedez 4-door. The vehicle is lowered with 24-inch black chrome rims with dark tinted windows.
Suspect #2 and #3- Black males in their 30’s, 5’-9” to 6’-0”, medium build with multiple tattoos. Both suspects are believed to have grown up in the Cocoa area and now they reside in the Orlando area.
All three suspects hang out together and frequent an unknown Planet Fitness location.
If you have any information relating two either of these crimes please contact Corporal Galluzzi at 321-690-3988 ext 3197 or Investigator Quiroga at 321-690-3988 at the Rockledge Police Department. You can also contact Crimeline at 1-800-423-TIPS (8477) you can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward.
Officer Ilene Manzo
Neighborhood Watch Coordinator
Community Relations Unit
1776 Jack Oates Blvd.
Rockledge, Florida 32955
(321) 690-3213 ext. 3197
nw@cityofrockledge.org
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