Historical April 1991 article. Dates, prices, services and contacts describe the source period; current availability has not been established.
The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department has launched an informational campaign directed towards local businesses and residents to stop alarms that are accidentally activated. “Last year the department answered an average of 83 false alarms a day,” said Chief of Police Robert E. Scheetz. “Officers could have been patrolling or responding to other calls for service.” The Department has recommended a change in the present ordinance on false alarms which would propose fines for business and residential alarm subscribers.
If adopted, the new ordinance is earmarked to become effective July 1, 1991. “Our Crime Prevention Unit is available to speak before groups on how to avoid false alarms and provide information on the proposed ordinance,” said Chief Scheetz.
To avoid false alarms, citizens are encouraged to make sure their alarm is in proper working order and businesses are asked to instruct their employees on correct usage of the alarm system. Alarms should be checked once a month.
If unsure how to check your system, refer to your contract or contact your alarm company for instructions. Groups interested in scheduling a speaker for future meetings regarding alarms and the proposed ordinance should contact the Crime Prevention Unit, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 am. to 4:00 p.m. at 444-5634.
Originally published in The Times of Skinker-DeBaliviere, April 1991.
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