Crimes in our area.

Most know that I work for a Law Enforcement agency here in Forsyth County. I have been seeing a steady increase in what I believe are and could be very violent crimes. Over the 3 years I have worked here, I look back on my past 3 years and see what appears to me is an increase in certain crimes. While you still have the standard House Break In or Business Break In, I am seeing a high increase in home invasions, armed robberies and most, if not all, have guns involved. Due to the sensitivity of the crimes, I am not able to tell you where they occured, who was involved, etc. but what I can tell you is this. Criminals are getting more brave and couragegous. They are robbing people in broad daylight, in well lit areas, and they are barging in at our own house. Recently there was a robbery at a convienent store where they robbed not only the store but the customers as well. What I don't understand is this. You would think that criminals do their leg work and know when is the best time to rob someone or kick in the door to a house to rob the owners. Well, that being said, you would also think that they would KNOW that there are more and more people that are carrying concealed weapons on them due to this influx of criminal behavior. My friend, it is only a matter of time before one of these thugs walk into a store to rob them at gun point and a law abiding citizen with their concealed carry permit and gun in hand is going to pop a cap into someone. Here lies the problem though. Will it be justified? Of course, the case has to be investigated by the local law enforcement ageny and then determined by the District Attorney's Office. I would say that if the suspect is unfortunate to live through the ordeal, that justifiable homicide will come into play. At least I hope it does anyway and not just neglegent homicide. I can tell you this. If someone decides that they want to walk or bust in to MY house, they had better be prepared for the welcome they are sure to receive and be quickly introduced to GLOCK Inc.

It will be interesting to see how this plays out in the future. Stay safe and stay alert.