Newschannel 6 has learned certain crimes increase when the weather is warm.
"When we have nice weather, we have more people out and about. They are at the mall, they're shopping, they're forgetting to secure their vehicles, they're leaving their purse in the front seat," said Wichita Falls Police Department Public Information Officer, Sergeant John Spragins.
Sgt. Spragins said the increase is seen in "victim-related" crimes, such as thefts and burglaries. However, he said these crimes are also relatively easy to avoid, but the burden falls on the individuals.
"If people would take more time to hide their valuables, lock their cars, that's going to take the opportunity away from the criminals," said Sgt. Spragins.
People are also more likely to be drinking, whether at home or out, when the weather is nice. Sgt. Spragins said alcohol consumption plays a role in a number of crimes.
You can also track crimes in the area using the WFPD tool Raidsonline.com.
Thursday, May 23 2013 6:47 PM EDT2013-05-23 22:47:57 GMT
A 1,000 middle and high schoolers filled out a wellness and safety survey last month and 49% of the kids in middle school said they had been bullied in the last year.
A 1,000 middle and high schoolers filled out a wellness and safety survey last month and 49% of the kids in middle school said they had been bullied in the last year.
Thursday, May 23 2013 5:32 PM EDT2013-05-23 21:32:00 GMT
The Texoma Cowboy Church is hosting a walk-a-thon called 'Stomp Out Cancer.' The event will be Friday from 6 p.m. to midnight at 919 U.S. Hwy. 281 South.
The Texoma Cowboy Church is hosting a walk-a-thon called 'Stomp Out Cancer.' The event will be Friday from 6 p.m. to midnight at 919 U.S. Hwy. 281 South.
Thursday, May 23 2013 12:23 PM EDT2013-05-23 16:23:52 GMT
The Texas Parks And Wildlife Department will host the 21st Annual Mark Howell Kid Fish Rodeo at Lake Arrowhead State Park. It will be June 1 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
The Texas Parks And Wildlife Department will host the 21st Annual Mark Howell Kid Fish Rodeo at Lake Arrowhead State Park. It will be June 1 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
