Tips and Alerts

Keeping your cell phone safe from hackers By: The Roseville Police Department    Your cell phone holds a lot of personal information, from passwords and bank accounts to emails, photos, and messages. If your phone falls into the wrong hands, hackers can steal your identity, make purchases with your money, or gain access to your email and social media accounts.   The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) offers the following tips on how to protect your phone from hackers:

By: The Roseville Police Department     Have you ever received a text or email warning you that something is wrong with one of your online accounts? Maybe it says your streaming account is about to be suspended unless you take action immediately. It might even include a link that claims to help fix your account’s problems. The message seems urgent and real. But is it? Your first instinct may be to click the link to resolve the issue quickly. Don’t click. There’s probably noth

Daylighting to improve intersection safety By: The Roseville Police Department      Roseville is implementing State Assembly Bill (AB) 413, to improve safety at intersections. This new law prohibits a person from parking a vehicle within 20 feet of either side of any marked or unmarked crosswalk, or within 15 feet of any crosswalk where a curb extension is present.     Daylighting is considered a best practice and is a frequently used tool in cities acro

By: The Roseville Police Department  Did you get a call about fraud activity on your bank account?  It could be a scammer.   Have you received a call, email, or text from someone stating that your account has been flagged for possible fraud or criminal activity?  Did the caller tell you the only way to “protect” your money is to move it from your bank, investment, or retirement account?  Perhaps the caller even asked you to share a verification code. If anyone asks you to do

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Protect your home and car from criminal activity By: The Roseville Police Department      Summer is upon us! There is no escaping the California sun, but we can certainly implement some of the following crime prevention tips to protect your home and vehicle from potential criminal activity.   Vehicles: According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) one vehicle was stolen every 32 seconds in the United States in 2022.  That amounted to m

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If you see illegal fireworks being set off, don't call 9-1-1. Instead, call the non-emergency line (916-774-5000 ) unless there is an actual fire or medical emergency. Their 9-1-1 response is hurt by the overwhelming number of fireworks reports. You can also Report illegal fireworks through the myRSVL app on your phone or at  Roseville.ca.us/myrsvl by submitting a service request. This does beg the question: What is illegal?  Aerial fireworks are always illegal since they

How landscaping can enhance home security By: The Roseville Police Department    During summer months many homeowners prepare for yard clean-up and landscaping projects. However, amidst the excitement of transforming outdoor spaces, it's crucial to consider how our landscaping choices can impact the safety of our homes.   Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) offers valuable insights into enhancing home security through the physical design of our pro

Calling 911 with no service: Is it possible? By: The Roseville Police Department     The thought of needing emergency assistance but being unable to call due to a lack of phone service is undeniably frightening. When faced with an emergency, 911 is often the lifeline we rely on for help. But what happens when our phones show no bars? Can you still reach out to 911 without service?   Surprisingly, the answer is yes. Despite having no network signal or a wireles

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Avoiding common travel scams By: The Roseville Police Department   In the age of digital connectivity, travel scams have become increasingly prevalent. From “free” vacations to robocalls about vacation deals, and vacation home scams, travelers need to be vigilant to avoid falling prey to such deceptive practices.   “Free” vacations are a common scam. Advertisements online, emails, calls, or text messages may claim that you’ve won a vacation. However, these “free” vacati

Be wary of individuals offering repairs when it comes to home repairs after a storm or natural disaster. Whether they knock on your door or contact you through other means, these individuals often exaggerate or falsify damage during initial inspections. To protect yourself and your wallet, keep an eye out for the following signs:   Aggressive contact: Storm chasers may approach you directly, urging immediate commitment to their services. Overstated damage claims: During free

By:  Roseville Police Department It’s official. The 2024 tax season has arrived. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) started accepting paper and electronic tax returns on Monday, January 29, 2024. If you’re looking forward to getting your tax refund this year, be careful, as tax identity thieves may want to get your refund, too.   According to the Federal Trade Commission, tax identity theft happens when someone uses your Social Security number to get a tax refund or a job. Y