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Squatting can be associated with other crimes

Squatting is a common issue in the Las Vegas Valley. But it’s not always an obvious problem to spot, said Lt. Nick Farese, who investigates squatting cases for the Metropolitan Police Department.

Domestic violence strikes all demographics

A spokeswoman at Safe Nest calls domestic violence a “community issue.” Last year, domestic violence led to 32 homicides in Clark County.

Communication is key to faster police response

As a crime unfolds, communication is important — for police and people who need help. But before police even know a crime has happened, someone has to call it in.

Stolen guns used for safety create danger

Near 2500 guns that people use for protection in Las Vegas are stolen by thieves. In a country where the FBI reports that are more than 2 million home burglaries each year, it isn’t easy easy to have guns for protection when thieves are at work.

In Las Vegas, no neighborhood is safe from burglary

My wife, Patricia, and I drove out of town last weekend for some R&R. Within minutes of driving onto our Summerlin street, the wonderful feeling of restoration turned into a high-anxiety downer.