| | Tuesday May 28, 2024, 1:33 PM | LASD - Malibu/Lost Hills Station, Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert G. Luna, Sheriff | | | | Advisory: Hidden Camera Found in Flower Bed Dear Pepperdine Libboard, The pictured camera and battery pack was turned into by a local resident who found it in their flower bed. We are asking the community to be vigilant. While out gardening or if you have a someone that maintains your yard, be on the lookout for suspicious devices. If a suspicious device is found, immediately report it to the Malibu/Lost Hills Station (818) 878-1808, or your local law enforcement. #SeeSomethingSaySomething TACTICS • SATG, often comprised of Chilean or Colombian nationals, are highly organized criminal enterprises that travel from state-to-state committing burglaries and thefts. Their members are often in the United States on limited tourist visas. • Covert Placement: SATG employs covert tactics, concealing surveillance devices like hidden cameras amidst natural surroundings such as leaves and bushes. • Strategic Location: Cameras are strategically placed in residential front/back yards to monitor homeowner activities and patterns of movement. • Remote Access: The group utilizes remote access technology to monitor the live feed from hidden cameras, enabling real-time surveillance and reconnaissance. • Scouting Patterns: Prior to deployment, the group conducts extensive scouting to identify optimal locations for hidden camera placement, focusing on areas with minimal visibility. • Quick Deployment: The group operates swiftly, deploying hid-den cameras within minutes to minimize the risk of detection by homeowners or law enforcement. BE ON THE LOOKOUT • Heightened Vigilance: Remain vigilant and observant of any suspicious activity in residential areas, particularly unusual objects or disturbances in yards or bushes. • Regular Inspections: Conduct regular inspections of your property, including thorough checks of outdoor areas for any signs of tampering or unusual objects. • Security Measures: Enhance home security measures, such as installing motion-activated lights, perimeter fencing, and surveillance systems to deter potential threats. • Report Suspicious Findings: Immediately report any suspicious findings, such as hidden cameras or unfamiliar individuals, to local law enforcement for further investigation. For full details, view this message on the web. | | Sent by LASD - Malibu/Lost Hills Station, Los Angeles County Sheriff 27050 Agoura Rd, Calabasas, CA 91301 To manage your email settings, click here. To update your account settings, login here. If you prefer not to receive future emails, unsubscribe here. | | Powered by Nixle © 2024 Everbridge, Inc. All rights reserved. | |