On the Security Scene

Burglary

Security and Chatham County Police Department (CCPD) responded to a residence on Salt Wind Circle for a burglary on Wednesday, January 31. The resident stated that she heard someone rustling around in the bedroom when she arrived home. She called out to see who was there and witnessed a man run out of her home. The man is described as white or Hispanic, approximately 5’6”, with long black hair. TLA Security and CCPD Officers patrolled the area but were unsuccessful in finding the intruder. The resident advised that nothing appeared to be missing. No signs of forced entry were observed. CCPD is investigating. Neighbors were encouraged to contact CCPD and request additional police patrols.

 

Vehicle Accident

Security and CCPD responded to the intersection of Diamond Causeway and Lake Street on Thursday, February 1, for a report of a two-vehicle accident without injuries between a resident and a vendor. The resident advised she was leaving the island when the vendor made a left hand turn towards Lake Street causing her to strike the passenger side of the vehicle near the rear tire. The vendor stated that he believed he was able to turn due to having a green light; however, a witness stated that the resident had the green light. The Avigilon camera video was reviewed and confirmed that the resident had the green light. The vendor was found at fault for the accident. Both vehicles had to be towed from the scene.

Dog Bite

On Saturday, February 3, Security and Chatham County Animal Services responded to a residence on Tidewater Way for a report of a dog bite. The resident advised that he was walking his dog near Causton Place when a dog ran off another resident’s property and proceeded to bite him and his dog. The resident suffered a minor bite on his knee, and his dog appeared to be unharmed but frightened. Animal Services cited the owner of the other dog for Dog at Large.

Gas Leak

On Wednesday, January 31, Security responded to Waterway Drive for a gas leak. Chatham Emergency Services (CES) already was onsite when Security arrived. Atlanta Gas responded and was able to resolve the issue. The cause of the gas leak is unknown.

Traffic Safety

The Guardian Pro Traffic Camera remained on Shellwind Drive just north of Moonbill Lane. From January 31 to February 6, the system recorded 133 violations with the highest record speed being 54 MPH. Residents, guest, vendors, and employees are reminded to operate vehicles in a safe and responsible manner while remaining in compliance with traffic laws and community speed limits which are 30 MPH unless otherwise posted. Staff continue to work on sending courtesy notices for vehicles identified as traveling more than the posted speed limit. Staff is in the process of benchmarking municipalities regarding traffic fines.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Warnings and Citations

• Warnings and citations were issued to vendors for no logos on RFID-equipped vehicles, no safety cones, and driving in an unauthorized area (Tidewater Square).
• Warnings were issued to residents and guests for placing yard debris on common property, overnight parking on the street, unauthorized parking, and having a sign that is not facing the street.

 

** Please note that a brief synopsis is provided for pertinent incidents that Security responds to during the week. All incidents are not covered in the weekly recap. Statistics for reports are provided below. **