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George Town bank robbed

Posted on Thu, 03/31/2011 - 12:19 in

(CNS): Updated 4:45pm - Police have now confirmed reports of a bank robbery in George Town at the First Caribbean Bank in Plaza Venezia, off North Sound Road, today. Two masked robbers entered the bank armed with handguns at around 11:35 this morning, Thursday 31 March. Officers are now on the hunt for the two men, who threatened staff and customers as they demanded money. The suspects made off from the premises with a sum of cash taken from two customers. Police said no one was injured and no shots were fired in the incident. The suspects left the location on foot headed towards the direction of Jacques Scott. The bank said that  the branch is expected to re-open for business tomorrow. (Photo Dennie WarrenJr)

Police uniformed and armed officers attended the scene in the immediate wake of the report and secured the area. The RCIPS helicopter was deployed to assist in the search for the suspects.

Both suspects were described as dark-skinned males; both were wearing dark-coloured clothing, long pants and long sleeved shirts. One of the suspects was wearing a black knitted mask while the other was wearing a white-t-shirt over his face. One of the suspects is described at 5’11 to 6 feet tall and slim-built, and the other is approximately 5’5 and medium built.

It is also understood that the robbers held a firearm to a security officer's head as they made their way inside the bank.

Managing Director Retail, Wealth and Small Business for FirstCaribbean, Tom Crawford confirmed that no members of staff were physically injured during the robbery. However, counselling services were called to the branch to assist members of staff who were shaken by the ordeal.

"Naturally, our first consideration is for the safety of our staff and we are thankful that they are all safe and unharmed. We have called in professional counsellors to assist these staff members and we are doing all we can to assist the police with their investigations,” he said, adding his apologies for the need to close the branch on Thursday.

This is the fourth bank to be hit in the last year, and so far none of the bank heists have been solved.

Anyone with information into this incident is asked to contact Detective Sergeant Joseph Wright
or any officer of the George Town CID at 949-4222. The detective is keen to hear from anyone
who was in the area at the relevant time this morning and may have seen the incident or the
suspects fleeing the scene. Anyone with information call the confidential Crime Stoppers number 800-8477 (TIPS).

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A man was convicted of

Submitted by Judge Dredd (not verified) on Sat, 04/02/2011 - 21:14.

A man was convicted of illegally owning a shotgun this week and merely given a suspended sentence.  What a disgrace.  He should be doing several years in jail. 

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Here is the link to the

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 04/03/2011 - 09:42.

Here is the link to the story.

And I thought we were getting tough on gun criminals.  This sends a message that secretly hiding guns and ammunition is OK.  I know we had to get rid of the 5 year automatic sentence, but 3 years should be the minimum for this type of deliberate breach of law.  I hope the Crown appeals sentence.

http://www.compasscayman.com/caycompass/2011/03/31/Ex-cop-sentenced-for-firearm/

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Can any police officer who is

Submitted by voiceofreason (not verified) on Sat, 04/02/2011 - 10:05.

Can any police officer who is a CNS reader please tell us anonymously why it took 15-20 mins to arrive on the scene? Most people on island guess that its because the police are unarmed and the bandits are not. I can understand that - nobody wants to get shot just for a paycheck. If that really is the case, then the time has come to train and arm the police force. Times have moved on, and sadly the bandits are forcing this as they know they won't be confronted with guns so they are laughing at the moment. Police officers what are your views? Is the police commissioner really as out of touch as he appears, or is something holding him back as well?   

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I keep saying they are late

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 04/05/2011 - 21:23.
I keep saying they are late to arrive because they do not want/are not equipped to deal with a hostage situation should they show up on time, nor do they wish to be shot at, down at the OK-To-Rob-the-Bank-Corral. Now that the robbers know this, there is no stopping them. This is going to become an every day event. There is nothing and no one to stop them it seems. PATHETIC!!!!!!!!!! Perhaps we should serve the robbers tea and scones while they wait or perhaps a massage as we know they must be so stressed out financially to have to resort to this... how about a new car to help them get away fater in... GAWDDDD! There is now a short list of banks which have not been hit yet. You would think someone would do something about this before some innocent client is shot dead by the robbers just for walking into the bank at the wrong time, or a teller who sneezes infront of a trigger happy thug!! And when it happens I hope the stupid/idiot in charge don't say something as lame as "it was a shock...we cooperated fully with the robbers, we don't understand what happened, the safety of our clients and staff has always been #1...Mr.Ms was such a nice person, RIP...blah, blah, blah. USELESS!! Talk about lying down and giving up!!! People, please!!!!!!! DO SOMETHING!!!
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His methods of dealing with

Submitted by Dennie Warren Jr. (not verified) on Sun, 04/03/2011 - 09:54.

His methods of dealing with crime keeps him employed...

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And your methods would result

Submitted by Judge Dredd (not verified) on Mon, 04/04/2011 - 07:25.

And your methods would result in more dead officers and innocent members of the public.

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Oh yeah, I forgot, your

Submitted by Dennie Warren Jr. (not verified) on Mon, 04/04/2011 - 16:39.

Oh yeah, I forgot, your method is work really well and the crime rate is going down...  smh

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I am the one who said "3,000

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 04/02/2011 - 02:26.

I am the one who said "3,000 status grants, that's what happened" and guess what...I don't have status. I moved here 10 years ago and started a Cayman Exempt Corporation to run my business from the Island. I just can't run it on the island (aka can't compete in the local economy). Before I came my Wife and I had to get our police clearance certificate from the county we lived in to submit for my work permit to move here and work for My Company. I have paid over $15,000 per year in work permit fees and Business Licence fees every year for the past 10 years. Several years ago I filed for Key Employee Status for My Company and received it. I bought a home. Last year I applied for and received PR. At the end of this year I can be naturalized. Then I have to keep paying my work permit for another 5 years before I can apply for status. I will have paid the CI Government over C$225,000 by the time that happens. Not to mention countless hours in community service. I stuck to the plan and am doing what I am supposed to for what its worth. I was buying in to my dream. As you know 3,000 status grants where given out. I'm glad some people got their time discounted becuase of who they knew. You all know how it went down. The fact is there was no background checks from the recipients home countries. So tell me why two sets of standards? How are you going to attract people like me when your own government leader is selling Caymanian Birthright? Caymanians have every right to be resentful. They have been "sold out" by their own and people like me have every right to be upset that I didn't get what I was buying into being peace, security, stability which by the way = stable property values. You can't be selling tickets at the front door while your letting your buddies in the back door. The law has to be applied.

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Xenophobia is at such high

Submitted by nys_best (not verified) on Fri, 04/01/2011 - 15:36.

Xenophobia is at such high level on this Island. We’ll see how well everything holds up when the foreigners exit with their wealth. Yes, things will certainly improve when we remove all those expact.   The US (and other countries) regulations are circling the wagon on the island, and England is dying a slow death.  Property taxes will be a Must in the very near future.  The government will need to raise cash... Crime will become the norm.  People will do what they have to do to exist.  Don't be naive and protect yourself(install an alarm) and assets.  Start with holding your savings in American (or Canadian) $$$ .  Just my opinion.  

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 American Dollars?  Ha! Ha!

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 04/02/2011 - 17:03.

 American Dollars?  Ha! Ha! Ha!  You too funny!  Get your head out the hole and buy silver like everyone else!

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Well, I'll hold the US dollor

Submitted by nys_best (not verified) on Wed, 04/06/2011 - 10:59.
Well, I'll hold the US dollor over CY (or British pound) any day, but I do agree... The Canadian dollar is in much better shape than the US. Gold and silver have no real usage (that's all bubble), you're better off buying the Canadian $$ and get the natural resources behind your sail. But I have to agree, holding the US $ isn't saying much, but comparing to CY or the British pound, I'll take the US any day.
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Ultimately, lead is the

Submitted by Dennie Warren Jr. (not verified) on Sun, 04/03/2011 - 10:01.

Ultimately, lead is the commodity investment which protects their silver and gold.

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D.W. ..... always ready for a

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 04/03/2011 - 20:42.

D.W. ..... always ready for a shoot-out 

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Listen many of those guards

Submitted by Michel Lemay (not verified) on Fri, 04/01/2011 - 11:16.
Listen many of those guards are paid a low salary, made to sign a disclamer that no overtime will be paid that many many companies do. SO they have to work 80 hres. per week @ say $6 per hour for a mere $480 per week. Unarmed and often tired because they don't qualify for that. Actually I always believed that many Caymanians and or retired Caymanians would be best because we know most people and as was said before many of us are very observant and would do a great job. However we have to do with that disclaimer of no overtime as we cannot afford to survive if one as a family or has to sacrifice quality time with their family. I NEVER liked that loophole that many use and is part of the problem why we import cheap labor. To them that $3.50 to $6 per hour once sent home (again we lose) can afford their family a descent living they were never afforded. AND they better not complain or your out of here. I was told that many times. To touch briefly on the minimum wage of $5 suggested by Mr. Roy I am certain his intentions are good however I believe the minimum wage should have different categories for differerent positions and Please make the loophole illegal. And don't tell me it will drive the cost of business because people will be employed and will spend their money here and not staying 4 to 6 in a room in sometimes having to take shift to sleep in the same bed. yes my friends slavery still exist as we see it, but it also affect us and the Country in many ways. On this I pray someone is talking notes of what I just said. I did not make this up , I was told that many times by those same persons.
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Why don't you check and see

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 04/04/2011 - 14:49.
Why don't you check and see how much Government pays for security, then you can come and make the statements you are making.
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I don't get it Michel. Some

Submitted by Shock and Awe (not verified) on Fri, 04/01/2011 - 23:05.

I don't get it Michel. Some ignoramus thought your comment funny. Nah, there isn't slavery in Cayman just folks on work permits owned by their employers working for subsistence wages. And domestic helpers working 14 hour shifts without overtime or a pension. Nah there's no slavery.

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I really doubt whoever was

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 04/01/2011 - 17:54.

I really doubt whoever was doing the job would have been able to prevent this from happening...after all the security guard had a gun put to his head.  But there is always someone out there, who has to "justify" on why this happened.  Lets see, was it a Caymanian or a foreigner who did the robbery?  It seems the majority of arrests are of Caymanians, so are you saying Caymanians are doing a better job at robbing places? LOL

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Everyone has choices.  If a

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 04/01/2011 - 17:51.

Everyone has choices.  If a disclaimer is given and it is signed, then at least it is being done legally.  If you don't like the way things are done, go home, no one is forcing you to stay here.  Many of you are observant and would do a good job...don't make me laugh.  The Police Force itself is made of mostly of expats, so there you go about Caymanians doing a great job.  The Police pay a good salary, so what is your excuse there????  How come they have to recruit overseas?  Because....the majority of Caymanians don't want the job or can't do the job. 

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If they don't sign they don't

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 04/02/2011 - 17:31.
If they don't sign they don't get the job. Get your head out of the sand or your .... Caymanian don't want or can't do the job ? The reason you came here in the first place is because caymanians were laid back ! then they became branded lazy after they would not be given a chance yes maybe some are lazy but not the majority. People like you are in management positions and can't be bothered to hire locals. because they won't put up with your Bulls.... and you would rather bring in your buddies and have no respect for the same place that give you the chance to work. The police have always recruited from overseas for them being neutral not only because we can't do the job or maybe because they don't want and their change of advancement is limited Your problably hiring and exploting those people for nothing and for your info this is michel's home and more then you will ever be and yiur the one that needs to go home. it is people like you that are giving cayman a bad name or let me guess a bartender maybe it takes a lot of experience to mix drinks you ungrateful hypocrite.
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Closed circuit won't help

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 04/01/2011 - 10:09.

Closed circuit won't help with t-shirt over the face, dark complexion, medium build approx. 5' 7" . That is 30% of the whole island on a hot day

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There were cameras but they

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 04/01/2011 - 17:52.

There were cameras but they weren't working......

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Boy, them closed circuit TVs

Submitted by Mr. Spooner (not verified) on Fri, 04/01/2011 - 09:07.
Boy, them closed circuit TVs can't come fast enough, but of course they are help up in red tape like so many other important things here.
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Just this week I was in

Submitted by Rorschach (not verified) on Fri, 04/01/2011 - 08:43.

Just this week I was in Scotiabank downtown,  and whilst standing in line, I was visually checking both entrances and doing a quick mental threat level check of every individual who walked through both doors...along with determining cover and/or exit routes if anyone came in that appeared to have ill intent...making good eye contact with persons who approached me and in general giving the impression of, " I am NOT someone you want to f^&K with"...at the same time, a UNIFORMED police officer was standing at the counter next to me..doing PERSONAL business...and guess what?  Not ONCE did he look around...he just stood at the counter...chatted with the teller...flirted a little..did his PERSONAL business...and LEFT...didn't greet the security officer, didn't make any eye contact with any of the other customers..NOTHING....and for the record..this officer was not local...believe me...I know the difference...So, arming police officers who have NO IDEA of tactical or situational awareness..is a waste of time...

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Firstly, I believe in the US

Submitted by Dennie Warren Jr. (not verified) on Sun, 04/03/2011 - 10:14.

Firstly, I believe in the US 2nd Amendment.

Secondly, regarding "situational awareness," I agree with you.

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3000 status grants with no

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 04/01/2011 - 08:28.

3000 status grants with no background checks...that's what happened

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You know something? I am one

Submitted by Status Holder (not verified) on Fri, 04/01/2011 - 12:46.

You know something? I am one of those "3000 status grants" and I am highly offended by your insinuation (look it up) that I am part of the crime wave here because they didn't do a background check on me. 

I am not a criminal and any background check will show that. 

After your government gave me citizenship, I invested in the Cayman Islands and made this my home. I don't send my money home because I live here.

In return, I am treated like a second class citizen. Once a Caymanian hears my American accent on the phone, he/she immediately becomes rude to me. Once a Caymanian sees my white skin, he/she immediately starts the rude behavior towards me. I am not allowed to complain about anything. I have to make anonymous statements on CNS because I fear for retaliation. I am bumped from flights to make room for a Caymanian. I could go on but I'm sure you get the point.

Why would I stay here and take this? I will be like many of those same "3000 status grants" and leave as your citizenship is simply not worth the abuse anymore. 

Your comment shows how uneducated and unintelligent you really are. Problem is, this is how most Caymanians are. 

 

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It is wrong for you to be

Submitted by Dennie Warren Jr. (not verified) on Sun, 04/03/2011 - 11:32.

It is wrong for you to be treated in the ways you claim to be.  If those people work for government agencies, you should name the agency.

It’s sad to hear that you feel you have to speak anonymously.

For the record, the “3000 status grants” were not granted properly, in fact one recipient (that we know of) was in prison at the time he was granted status.  That is the reason why people express their concern about the said status grants as they do.

While it’s sad to hear how you’re being treated, I’m not trying to justify it in any way when I say that Caymanians are equally if not more abused in this British Colony than yourself.  Watch the video at the following link to get a better understanding of how the UK, helped by the USA (globalism), is mistreating the people of another British Colony: http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-3667764379758632511#

Also see: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chagos_Archipelago

When a people are colonized, do you really except them to be as educated and intelligent as the colonizers?  Sir/madam, think about it.  I respect your right as a new Caymanian to enjoy the legally qualified political rights you now have here.  I would however, suggest that we try harder to understand and respect each other. 

A little history lesson: why did you volunteer to be a British subject in colony; a system the US Founding Fathers rejected?  The world is no more civilized today than it was back then.  Example, back then they wrote anonymously also.  Is your life better today in another British colony?  I would like to sit and chat would you offline sometime.

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Thank you. Now we know why

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 04/02/2011 - 13:46.

Thank you. Now we know why you chose to call Cayman home over the United States.

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Your comments show how

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 04/02/2011 - 13:41.

Your comments show how uneducated and unintelligent you really are. Problem is, this is how most Americans are.

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Why on earth don't you just

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 04/02/2011 - 06:40.

Why on earth don't you just simply GO HOME? Maybe you're just simply uneducated and unintelligent, or maybe you just simply don't HAVE a home? 

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Status holder: Yes, everyone

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 04/01/2011 - 22:28.
Status holder: Yes, everyone knows that not all status holders were criminals but we know taht some were. Just like all Caymanians aren't ignorant but some are. I apologize for the Caymanians that treat you wrong. Are you a 100% sure they are Caymanians and not status holders? Most Americans can't tell the difference in the accents. I'm a Caymanian and I thought for 12 years the Principal of my son's school was from Jamaica and then found out that he was from Barbados. No matter who they are, I hope that it stops. Anyway, I really don't want to get off on the Caymanian/status holder thing but please try to understand that it left a very bitter taste in the Caymanian's mouths. Even expats that were here for years and saw people get status that had just arrived on island. This I know for a fact because I know the people.
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Dear Status Holder, 1)

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 04/01/2011 - 19:16.
Dear Status Holder, 1) Correct, being one of the 3,000 does not mean you are a criminal. You do have to admit that not doing a background check on those 3,000 individuals really was not a good idea. You had to realize when you get something that easy there will be a "cost" eventually. But I'm interested in knowing if we were such nasty people to you, why did you want status to begin with? If you really believe what you are saying I can't understand why you bothered to apply for status or accept the grant. 2) Bumped from flights - One of my parent is from Cayman Brac and the other if from Grand Cayman and I've been bumped off the plane going to the Brac. Do I assume it becase Im a half and half and they don't want me there or here. NO! 3) When I speak with my Caymanian accent to a non-Caymanian they usually zone out and look blank and ask me to repeat what I just said. No, I do not assume they hate me, or think that I'm stupid. I figure they do not understand the accent and/or my culture. So I try my best to drop my accent and provide them with something they understand better. Usually works. 4)White Skin - So are you saying all Caymanians are black and racist? Please read "Founded upon the Seas". My appearnce is very pale with freckles and straight hair brown hair, what does that make me? My Scottish boss said I could fit in anywhere in Scotland, but I'm a Caymanian. 5) Anon postings are used by all and sundry. 6)That last comment, reminds me of the phrase "pot calling the kettle black". You need to destress, relax and be nice. If you smiled more often, complained less, showed thanks and appreciation for what you do have, people might treat you differently Just a thought. If that does work try finding new friends. Remember to BE HAPPY! That comes from the inside. Well wishes from a Caymanian. :-)
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Yes we get your point. I

Submitted by Michel Lemay (not verified) on Fri, 04/01/2011 - 18:28.
Yes we get your point. I believe however that you are wrong here that most Caymanians are prejudice. I am an expatriate leaving here for 35 years and I sailed for many years to many Islands and Cayman was the most friendly place by far. If you are one of the 3000 with nothing to fear then why worry. I am a little concerned about your attitude on your comments and if you conduct your life towards others the way you do here I am certain that you have not made many local friends. Had I conducting myself the way you do now, my situation would have been the same as yours and I would have had to leave long time because you are right about one thing we don't care much about been bullying around. And we don't judge a book by it's cover only it's content. In your case what is in your heart. Probably a good idea not to sign your name as I believe you have just offended many and some are not as forgiving as myself. God Bless you.
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Well said, Michel! Thank God

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 04/07/2011 - 11:54.
Well said, Michel! Thank God for new Caymanians like you and that you did not leave that buffoon to represent the expat experience in Cayman.
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It has to be said that

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 04/01/2011 - 17:26.
It has to be said that perhaps in other countries, when they hear your American accent, attitudes will change so I don't think this is unique to Cayman. Americans are not the most loved people in the world. I have lived in Cayman for 5 yrs, have white skin & a Canadian accent (what ever that is) and have never encountered rudeness like you say you have. Just my 2 cents worth.
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I asked the ministers to do

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 04/01/2011 - 11:05.

I asked the ministers to do background checks, but they told me as Caymanians they can do as they please and give status to whoever they choose. They said, as Caymanians, they are accountable to no one. The fact is ONLY Caymanians can give status out and they did so to their friends and extended families.

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CNS - please be politically

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 04/01/2011 - 08:26.

CNS - please be politically correct - this is a case of suspected non-politician double dipping. - actually do all of our politicians have an alibi for that time?

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Of course they do! Wa wrong

Submitted by MER (not verified) on Fri, 04/01/2011 - 11:33.
Of course they do! Wa wrong wid you bo-bo?! They weren't even on-island! :-)
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I was trying to refrain from

Submitted by NOTICE NOW! (not verified) on Fri, 04/01/2011 - 07:58.
I was trying to refrain from commenting but maybe if I had followed that small voice two weeks ago, there may have been a change in security. No, probably not. You see I went to the bank and I was sitting in my car for a while on a call or something and the security guard was off to the side engaged on a cell phone call and I thought to myself well if that doesn’t take the cake, what exactly is he guarding his cell phone? It was a prolonged period, so much so that I though maybe I should call and report him. But trying not to be the busy body, I decided not to perhaps be responsible for someone losing their job. Now I much regret taking the passive route, and realize that I am a part of the problem, we all are. We are all too busy to notice or care, too scared to do anything, too tolerant with mediocre employees and services. We need to stand up take notice be a part of the solution. Police be warned, businesses be warned, I will be calling every time I see the least suspicious activity, every time I see the slightest infringement of security duties, be it a cell phone call while they are on duty, a chat up with the sweetie they see walking cross, a bounce of fist with their yardy or church partner. Whatever, I am sick of the state of my beautiful islands and I will be reporting all of you, una, brethren, peeps, gansters, wangsters, hoodlum wannabes. I am going to start calling on everyone! We have to take notice and start weeding out the criminals that are committing the crimes and the criminals that are allowing the crimes to happen.
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Notice now. Very well said

Submitted by Michel Lemay (not verified) on Fri, 04/01/2011 - 14:28.
Notice now. Very well said and I am of the same opinion. My wife and I while on a trip to Miami, one to tampa and in a mall in Fort Lauderdale we could have been victims 3 times. WE were followed and had to lose the one in the malll going out thrue a major store and hiding behind shelving while doing so. The one in Tampa while going for breakfast in the restaurant's parking lot. My wife asked me to move because 2 guys in a car looked suspicious. 10 minutes later Police came in the restaurant and asked who was the owner of a certain car. They stole everything they had as it was their last stop before going to the airport. Another time we were followed by a car for at least 15 minutes while I was trying to shake them off. Morale of the story, be aware of your environment at all times. I only regret we did not tell the manager of the restaurant at that time because it could have been us. Yes sir we must report any suspicious activities or characters so we can watch ALL of each other's back. Specially here in Cayman now. The Police can't be everywhere and I have called them before recently and they had to go need deep in vine bush. I apologised for they found nothing, but their reply was better safe then sorry and thanked me.And I am certain that many have similar stories.
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Must be the CIA after you.

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 04/01/2011 - 16:00.
Must be the CIA after you.
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Your crime activity looks

Submitted by TCM29 (not verified) on Fri, 04/01/2011 - 06:46.

Your crime activity looks just like what goes on every day in large US cities. My question is- how did you (ever) keep them under control, especially without guns? What happened?

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Interesting comment. But

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 04/01/2011 - 08:25.
Interesting comment. But surely the point is, if this goes on every day in large US cities, where the police ARE armed, then having armed police must not make any difference?! Don't look now, but I think your argument just left without you...
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No bank got knocked over in

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 04/01/2011 - 15:48.
No bank got knocked over in my US city yesterday...nor the day before that. Bank robbers are almost always multiple offenders who keep doing it until they get caught, go to jail, and then start again if you let them out. You may have just two guys doing it all.
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Interesting comment, does

Submitted by Businessman (not verified) on Fri, 04/01/2011 - 14:30.

Interesting comment, does anybody know which are the states with less armed crime?

Those that allow concealed carry of weapons to responsible citizens......

I'm not proposing that but I think your argument is weak too.....

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There is another, and more

Submitted by TCM29 (not verified) on Fri, 04/01/2011 - 16:44.
There is another, and more obvious reason for the states with the least armed crime.
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 CNS: maybe you can help as I

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 04/01/2011 - 01:31.

 CNS: maybe you can help as I see two different answers here regarding the arming of security.  Is it or isn't it against the law for them to be armed?

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It is most certainly against

Submitted by Anon (not verified) on Fri, 04/01/2011 - 11:29.

It is most certainly against the law to arm the guards... they are not even allowed by law to carry handcuffs, straps, ties, and most definitely not mace or pepper spray This is a decision created by law and not the security companies that the guards work for, it would be nice to spare a minutes thought for the situations these chaps put themselves in for the public whilst completely unprotected.

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It is NOT against the law to

Submitted by Dennie Warren Jr. (not verified) on Fri, 04/01/2011 - 21:49.

It is NOT against the law to arm security guards.  When I get the time, I'll prove it to you.

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Its not against the law if

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 04/02/2011 - 09:36.

Its not against the law if Commissioner Baines issues a carry permit for the security guards.  There is a law that the security companies can apply...but really, be realistic here, he isn't going to do that.  He won't even arm his own men!!!

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