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(USGovernment-News.Com, April 10, 2015 ) Troy, MI – According to the FBI, cars are stolen more often than once each minute. According to the Huffington Post, over forty (40) murders have been connected with Craigslist. Craigslist has many visitors and offers a lot of chances to buy and sell great deals, but obviously, there are concerns. Folkstone Locksmith Service of Troy commends local police for offering assistance to people looking to buy cars on Craigslist or any other online site by suggesting people meet in their parking lot.
A spokesperson from Folkstone remarked, “Troy doesn’t have a lot of crime, but there are a lot of people that live here, work here, and simply pass through. It’s easy to do things without getting noticed, including scam people for cars. As a locksmith, I realize that someone with my skill set can steal a car and sell it to an uneducated person. They make a quick buck, and the police will find the car quickly. Meeting at the Police Station should cut down on a lot of the shenanigans.”
In order to alleviate incidences of scams, Troy Police Department in Metro Detroit offers a secure ground for online buyers and sellers to transact. The place, a parking lot at 500 W. Big Beaver Road, can be used as a daytime hub for meet-ups and will be under the watch of local authorities.
"The Troy Police Department is aware that individuals hoping to perpetrate a crime frequently seek out victims online," says Troy Police Chief Gary Mayer in his statement. "Our mission is to keep our residents safe and reduce their chances of victimization with this initiative." MLive was first to report this on http://www.mlive.com/news/detroit/index.ssf/2015/03/troy_police_invite_craiglist_b.html.
More than securing residential and commercial establishments, Folkstone Locksmith is one with the local authorities in creating a safe environment for consumers. "Purchasing things online may be convenient, but it’s not always safe,” the company states. "You'll never know whether you're buying the real thing until you are face to face with the seller."
Folkstone mentions, “There are a lot of creeps and crooks on Craigslist, and it’s easy for them to get away with stuff. Not too many criminals will try to cheat people in front of the police station. I think it’s a great idea!”
Buying cars, for instance, is one of the popular things consumers can obtain through the Internet. While online venues may offer good bargains, they also put buyers at risk, especially the latter without the ability to view the vehicle beforehand. A former police officer discusses the safe way to purchase a car online via Forbes: http://www.forbes.com/sites/quora/2012/06/27/what-should-i-be-careful-about-when-buying-a-car-from-craigslist/.
The local government is tightening its fists against scammers hiding at the other end of the monitor, especially knowing that sites like Craigslist have so many loopholes when it comes to buyer's protection. The locksmith service in Troy points out anonymity as one of the top reasons why dealing with such online sellers can be unsafe.
“It’s a good thing that officials are trying to find ways to prevent, if not catch, these culprits from abusing our residents,” finishes Folkstone Locksmith Service. “We all want a safe atmosphere for everyone here in Troy, in the internet, and in the real world.”
About Folkstone Locksmith Service: Folkstone Locksmith Service is a locksmith service company in Troy. The company likes to help people in need of help, especially with emergency services. The company realizes that security is important, but that same security can be really stressful when it prevents the rightful owner from proper entry.
Folkstone Locksmith Service provides service for people in Troy MI, Bloomfield Hills, West Bloomfield, Royal Oak, Birmingham, Southfield, Ferndale, Beverly Hills, Oak Park, Berkley, Franklin MI, Bingham Farms, Lathrup Village, and the surrounding Metro Detroit Area. For more information, contact them at (248) 793-9867 or visit http://TroyMILocksmithService.blogspot.com.
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