Swipe…Swipe…Swipe…the world today lives its life online. In this month’s episode, Joe sits and talks with Nick Perez, social media content creator. Nick has created a very successful law enforcement following with his brand “Nick Off Duty”. They discuss how social media has become one of the most important tools a law enforcement agency can use to engage with the community. They talk about how an agency can capture attention and entertain the public, while providing valuable crime prevention information.
Important Links and Contact Numbers:
Nick Off Duty Social Media Pages
Facebook @NickOffDuty
Instagram @nick_off_duty
X @nick_off_duty_
Youtube Podcast @nick_off_duty_presents
Police Jobs App
954-684-8913
Email: info@policejobs.app
Facebook @policejobsapp
Instagram @police_jobs_app
Citizens' Crime Watch of Miami-Dade
info@ccwmiamidade.org
305-470-1670
#CCW #NickOffDuty #PoliceJobsApp #SocialMedia #FutureOfPolicing #PartnersWithOurCommunity
Do you know what the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) function is? In this month’s episode, Joe sits and talks with Lisa Roberts from the SEC. They discuss how the SEC helps combat investment fraud and they discuss some of the most common fraud tactics being used on potential investors.
Important Links and Contact Numbers:
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Miami Office
305-982-6300
Report Possible Fraud
305-982-6300
Email: miami@sec.gov
Research Registered Brokers
SEC Social Media Pages
Facebook @SECgov
Instagram @SECgov
X @SECgov
Citizens' Crime Watch of Miami-Dade
info@ccwmiamidade.org
305-470-1670
#CCW #SEC #InvestmentFraud #PartnersWithOurCommunity
Did you know, there hasn't been a Sheriff in Miami-Dade County in almost 60 years. Well, in January of 2025, the Miami-Dade Police Department became the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office (MDSO). With that, there’s a new Sheriff in town!! This month, Joe sits and talks with Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz. The MDSO is the largest sheriff’s office in the southeastern United States and operates out of eight district stations throughout Miami-Dade County. They discuss the differences between a Police Department and a Sheriff’s Office, and the benefits of having an elected Sheriff. They also discuss the changes that Sheriff Rosie has made and her plans for the future of MDSO in this transition during her first term.
Important Links and Contact Numbers:
Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office
305-471-3518
Non-Emergency 305-SHERIFF
Report HOA and Condo Fraud
https://www.miamidade.gov/global/police/report-hoa-fraud.page
Crime Data Dashboard
https://www.miamidade.gov/police/library/crime-data-dashboard.pdf
MDSO Social Media Pages
Facebook @miamidadeso
Instagram @miamidadesheriffsoffice
X @MiamiDade_SO
Citizens' Crime Watch of Miami-Dade
info@ccwmiamidade.org
305-470-1670
#CCW #MDSO #SheriffRosie #PartnersWithOurCommunity #CommunityPolicing
Have you heard about SOCA?? Do you want to know what it’s like to be a Deputy?? Well, here’s your chance!! In this episode, Joe is joined by Deputy Rafael Pagan of the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office Community Affairs Bureau. They talk about the Sheriff’s Office Citizen’s Academy (SOCA). They discuss how the program helps bridge the gap between the community and law enforcement. How it gives participants insight into what it’s like to be a deputy and why/how situations are handled by law enforcement daily in Miami-Dade County.
Important Links and Contact Numbers:
MDSO Community Affairs Bureau
305-471-1716
cabinfo@mdso.com
Sign up for SOCA
Sgt. Burt Gonzales
305-471-1745
MDSO Social Media Pages
Facebook @miamidadeso
Instagram @miamidadesheriffsoffice
X @MiamiDade_SO
Citizens' Crime Watch of Miami-Dade
info@ccwmiamidade.org
305-470-1670
#CCW #MDSO #SOCA #PartnersWithOurCommunity #CommunityPolicing #CitizensAcademy
The CCW Podcast is back from hiatus!! In this episode, Joe is joined by Lt. Guerra and Det. Espinoza of the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office Real Time Crime Center (RTCC). They talk about what is the RTCC and how it’s the future of policing. They also discuss how it helps investigators and how it helps Deputies handle crime daily in Miami-Dade County.
Important Links and Contact Numbers:
Real-Time Crime Center Asset Integrations Team
305-510-2441
www.MDSO.com
MDSO Social Media Pages
Facebook @miamidadeso
Instagram @miamidadesheriffsoffice
X @MiamiDade_SO
Citizens' Crime Watch of Miami-Dade
info@ccwmiamidade.org
305-470-1670
#CCW #MDSO #RTCC #CrimePrevention #FutureOfPolicing
Have you listened to Episode 33, Frauds & Scams Targeting Seniors? Lots of great tips on this one...go back and give it a listen!!
The radKIDS program has reached its 25th Anniversary!! In this episode, Joe is joined by radKIDS CEO / Executive Director, Steve Daley. They talk about the radKIDS program and how it all started. They discuss the importance of empowering kids to define their personal boundaries and how the curriculum replaces fear with Knowledge, Skill, and Power. Steve also gives us a little look at the future of the program as he discusses “radKIDS Safe Start” and radKIDS 2.0.
Important Links and Contact Numbers:
radKIDS, Inc.
9410 Harvest Acres Court
Raleigh, NC 27617
844-rad-KIDS (844-723-5437)
radKIDS Social Media Pages
Facebook @radKIDS.org
X @radKIDSOrg
Citizens' Crime Watch of Miami-Dade
info@ccwmiamidade.org
305-470-1670
#CCW #radKIDS #CrimePrevention #EmpoweringKids #ChildrenSafety
It’s Crime Prevention Month!!! What a better way to kick off the month than a podcast about the National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC)!! In this episode, Joe is joined by NCPC Executive Director, Paul DelPonte. They talk about NCPC’s mission and efforts to “Take a Bite Out of Crime”. They discuss their ongoing campaigns like “Go For Real” and “Fighting Fentanyl”. Of course, they also talk about McGruff the Crime Dog and what they have planned for Crime Prevention Month. Also, watch till the end for McGruff’s newest public service announcement!!
Important Links and Contact Numbers:
National Crime Prevention Council
1100 15th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20005
202-919-4222
McGruff Store Discount Code: MCGRUFFNATION
NCPC Social Media Pages
Instagram @mcgruffatncpc
Facebook @McGruffatNCPC
YouTube @mcgruffatncpc
X @McGruffatNCPC
Citizens' Crime Watch of Miami-Dade
info@ccwmiamidade.org
305-470-1670
#CCW #NCPC #McGruff #TakeABiteOutOfCrime #GoForReal #FightingFentanyl #CrimePrevention #CrimePreventionMonth #CommunityPolicing #SafeNeighborhoods
In this episode, Joe is joined by Deputy Chief Assistant Nilo Cuervo, from the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office. They talk about the functions of the State Attorney’s Office and their Community Outreach Division’s role in keeping our community safe. They also go over the Second Chance Program and how the expungement process works.
Important Links and Contact Numbers:
Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office
Community Outreach Division
1350 NW 12th Avenue
Miami, FL 33136
305-547-0724
Miami-Dade SAO Community Outreach Division
https://miamisao.com/community/
SAO Social Media Pages
Instagram @SAOMIAMI
Facebook @OFFICEOFTHESTATEATTORNEY
YouTube @MIAMISAO
X @KATHYFNDZRUNDLE
Citizens' Crime Watch of Miami-Dade
info@ccwmiamidade.org 305-470-1670
#CCW #MiamiDadeSAO #SecondChanceProgram #SealAndExpungement
In this episode, Joe is joined by Epidemiologist Wendy Stephan, PhD, from the Florida Poison Control Center. They talk about Poison Control’s role in keeping our community safe. Wendy covers several safety tips to avoid becoming a victim of an accidental poisoning, as well as some of the resources available from the center.
Important Links and Contact Numbers:
Florida Poison Control Center
University of Miami / Jackson Memorial Hospital
1801 NW 9th Ave, 1st Floor
Miami, FL 33136
305-355-4995
Poison Control Hotline
1-800-222-1222
Florida Poison Control Center Website
www.floridapoisoncontrol.org
National Poison Control Centers Website
www.poisoncenters.org
Citizens' Crime Watch of Miami-Dade
info@ccwmiamidade.org
305-470-1670
#CCW #PoisonControl #SafetyAtHome #Poison #ChildSafety #DrugAbusePrevention
Summer’s Here!!! In this episode, Joe is joined by Lieutenant Michael Barrios, from the Miami-Dade Police Department Marine Patrol Unit. They talk about what it takes to be part of the Marine Patrol Unit and the what their average day is like. We also discuss some boating laws and some safety tips to make your summer on the water fun, but safe!!
Important Links and Contact Numbers:
MDPD Special Patrol Bureau
Marine Patrol Unit
305-468-1315
Marine Patrol Marinas
Black Point Park and Marina – 24775 SW 87th Ave
Matheson Hammock Park & Marina – 9610 Old Cutler Rd.
Pelican Harbor Marina – 1275 NE 79th St.
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Citizens' Crime Watch of Miami-Dade
info@ccwmiamidade.org
305-470-1670
#CCW #MDPD #MarinePatrol #SummerSafety #SafeBoating #WaterSafety #CommunityPolicing
Saddle Up!!! In this episode, Joe is joined by Sergeant Jason Rodriguez, from the Miami-Dade Police Department Mounted Patrol Unit. They talk about the newly established mounted patrol unit and the benefits of having horses in law enforcement. You learn about what it takes to be a “Cowboy Cop”, what their average day is like, and meet the MDPD horses.
Important Links and Contact Numbers:
MDPD Community Affairs Bureau
Mounted Patrol Unit
305-471-1716
How to request Mounted Patrol for your community event:
Citizens' Crime Watch of Miami-Dade
info@ccwmiamidade.org
305-470-1670
#CCW #MDPD #MountedPatrol #CowboyCops #CowboyUp #CommunityPolicing
May is Mental Health Awareness Month!! So, in this episode, Joe is joined by Major Melissa Barosela, from the Miami-Dade Police Department Mental Health & Wellness Bureau. They talk about the recent increase in mental health issues and what resources families have to get a person in crisis help. They also discuss what new tactics MDPD has to deal with a mental crisis call and what new efforts do they have to help their own officers with mental health concerns.
Important Links and Contact Numbers:
MDPD Community Mental Health Section
305-471-3000
Miami-Dade County Services Diretory
211
Suicide & Crisis HotLine
988
Thriving Mind South Florida
Mobile Response Teams
1-800-HELP-YOU ( 1-800-435-7968)
NAMI – National Alliance for Mental Illness
Citizens' Crime Watch of Miami-Dade
info@ccwmiamidade.org
305-470-1670
#CCW #MDPD #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalCrisisAssistance #YouAreNotAlone
In this episode, Joe is joined by Special Agent in Charge Matt Line, from the Internal Revenue Service, Miami Field Office. They talk about what is considered Tax Fraud and how these criminals are targeting their victims. They discuss some of the tactics from stolen information for fraudulent returns to shady tax accountant scams. The IRS provides lots of helpful information and prevention tips so that you can avoid and protect yourself from becoming a victim of fraud.
Important Links:
Internal Revenue Service
Federal Trade Commission (FTC) – Free Credit Reports
Free Credit Reports
Citizens' Crime Watch of Miami-Dade
info@ccwmiamidade.org
305-470-1670
#CCW #IRS #Scams #TaxFrauds #Awareness #NotAVictim #SafetyStartsWithYou
In this episode, Joe is joined by Detective Marcos Rodriguez, from the Miami-Dade Police Department’s Economic Crimes Section, and they talk about current frauds and scams that are targeting seniors. They discuss the latest tactics from utility scams, grandparent scams, lottery scams, to financial invest frauds, and many more. Lots of helpful information and prevention tips are covered so that you can avoid and protect seniors in your family from becoming a victim of fraud.
Important Links:
Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)
Federal Trade Commission (FTC) – Free Credit Reports
Free Credit Reports
Citizens' Crime Watch of Miami-Dade
info@ccwmiamidade.org
305-470-1670
#CCW #MDPD #Scams #Frauds #SeniorSafety #Awareness #NotAVictim #SafetyStartsWithYou #FINRA #UtilityScams #LotteryScams #GrandparentScams #InvestmentScams #GovernmentOfficialScams #RommanceScams #InternetScams #TechScams
In this episode, Joe is joined by Vivian Havlin, our Executive Director, and they talk about what’s going on at CCW and update everyone on the Rape Aggression Defense (RAD) Women’s Self Defense Program. CCW has been holding monthly classes for the past year all around the County. You’ll learn about the RAD Program, why it’s so successful and why we are so passionate about providing this service to Miami-Dade County women. For more information on upcoming classes, make sure to contact our office and follow us on our social media platforms.
Important Links:
To sign up for classes
RAD Systems Website
https://www.rad-systems.com
Citizens' Crime Watch of Miami-Dade
info@ccwmiamidade.org
305-470-1670
#CCW #RAD #SelfDefense #WomensSafety #FightLikeAGirl #RapeAgressionDefense #NotAVictim #SafetyStartsWithYou
Did you know that January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month? In this episode, in recognition of this awareness, Joe is joined by Det. Jessica Barriel, from the Miami-Dade Police Department’s Human Trafficking Task Force. They discuss what is Human Trafficking and the various forms such as sexual servitude and labor trafficking. They talk about some signs to look out for as well as some resources available to report Human Trafficking and where to get help.
Important Links:
National Human Trafficking Hotline – POLARIS
1-888-373-7888
MDPD Human Trafficking Website
www.miamidade.gov/humantrafficking
Crime Stoppers of Miami-Dade
305-471-TIPS (8477)
Citizens' Crime Watch of Miami-Dade
www.citizenscrimewatch.org
info@ccwmiamidade.org
305-470-1670
In this episode, Joe is joined by Vivian Havlin, our Executive Director, and they talk about safety during the holiday season. They share tips to keep you safe while you are shopping out and about, shopping online, safe ways to get your packages delivered, disposing of old items, and safety while you are traveling. Lots of great information on this episode, so don’t miss it!
Also, make sure you listen towards the end to learn how to be entered into a raffle for a FREE RING Doorbell!!
Important Links:
National Crime Prevention Council – “Go For Real” Campaign
https://www.ncpc.org/goforreal/
Federal Trade Commission (FTC) – Free Credit Reports
https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/free-credit-reports
Citizens' Crime Watch of Miami-Dade
info@ccwmiamidade.org
305-470-1670
On this episode, we are on location in Lake Buena Vista, FL for the 2023 Florida Crime Prevention Association (FCPA) Crime Prevention Conference and we take a moment to speak with Art Hushen about Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED). We learn about how CPTED is impacting the world of crime prevention and how it's quickly becoming the strategy for a safer tomorrow.
For more information on CPTED and the organizations that were discussed on the podcast, please visit the following sites:
Florida Crime Prevention Association
http://www.floridacrimeprevention.org
National Institute of Crime Prevention
https://www.nicp.net
US CPTED Association
https://www.uscpted.com
Florida Crime Prevention Training Institute
https://www.fcpti.com
Citizens' Crime Watch of Miami-Dade
www.citizenscrimewatch.org
info@ccwmiamidade.org
305-470-1670
This episode we talk with Ivonne Perez-Suarez from the Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services. We learn about all the consumer protection services they provide, as well as, all the regulatory services they are responsible for. For more information, please call the following numbers or visit the links below: Schedule presentations with Ivonne 850-491-5461 Reporting Junk Mail 1-888-567-8688 To Report Fraud or Scams 1-800-HELPFLA (1-800-435-7352) - English 1-800-FLAYUDA (1-800-352-9832) - Spanish Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services www.fdacs.gov Consumer Assistance & Newsletter Sign Up www.floridaconsumerhelp.com Florida Trade Commission www.ftc.gov Citizens' Crime Watch of Miami-Dade www.citizenscrimewatch.org info@ccwmiamidade.org 305-470-1670
