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Post by cathyb on May 4, 2015 16:12:25 GMT
A neighbor texted me that a convicted pedophole is living next door to us. She attached the link from 2006 of a newpaper report of his conviction and he has done 8 1/2 years. His victims were 7 - 10 years old, all female, with the exception of a 26 year old mentally disabled woman. The various charges included child porn along with sexual assaults. I have a 9 year old son and I am trying to avoid falling into the pitchfork mob mentality.
A woman moved in to the house a couple of years ago and lived alone. People would come and go, I assumed her kids, grandkids, etc. About a year ago, two adult males, (one being the pedophile) moved in. I have no idea if the home owner knows that people are coming and going (now there are about 5 people we see come and go from there) or if he knows the pedophile lives there. The prior tenents wanted her parents to live there for 3 months while their house was in escrow and he upped the rent $300 for those three months. This leads me to believe that if he is not aware that people are moving in, he would not be happy if he is not receiving more rent. They renters keep to themselves other than the neighbor wave and appear neat and quiet.
DH and I want to send a letter to the owner advising him that a confirmed pedophile lives there and put him on notice in a way in case anything happens and honestly to hopefully encourage the pedophile to move. I am surprising myself that I am struggling with getting him to move or leaving it alone and just being extra vigilent. I really hate when people go vigilante but I hate pedophiles just as much or more. [Name deleted by Admin] has completed his prison sentence. I have confirmed it is him by a photogragh and since he is a lifetime registrant, probation has been out at least twice that we have seen verifying his whereabouts. I googled and read the newspaper article which is where I received my victim background.
Would you leave it alone or get out your pitchfork?
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Post by Deleted on May 4, 2015 16:15:39 GMT
Pitchfork mom checking in.
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Post by myshelly on May 4, 2015 16:19:25 GMT
Pedophiles are obviously awful, horrible, dangerous, scary people. So I am not in any way defending him.
However, I think the simple truth of the matter is that pedophiles are everywhere and knowing that one is living next door doesn't necessarily increase your child's risk.
My view may be skewed though bc kids just going outside and playing in the neighborhood isn't really a thing here. We never see or interact with our neighbors.
I would be upset if a dangerous criminal moved in next door to me, obviously. I just think you may not be able to do anything about it.
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Post by MDscrapaholic on May 4, 2015 16:20:53 GMT
Are there young girls living nearby? I would certainly alert their parents!
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Post by gmcwife1 on May 4, 2015 16:21:27 GMT
We have a registered sex offender living across the street from us. He came over and asked to speak with dh when we moved into our house. He told dh he was a registered sex offender. Dh looked him up and we've just kept an eye out to make sure we don't see anything odd. We have always taught our kids to be aware.
We've lived in our house for 7 yrs.
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Post by rumplesnat on May 4, 2015 16:21:45 GMT
I think the neighborhood needs to be made aware of a pedophile living there, even if he's already served his time. Actually, I thought that was a requirement when someone was put on the sex offenders list.
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Post by calgal08 on May 4, 2015 16:22:16 GMT
Having had bad experience with a next-door renter I would be on HIGH alert. I would definitely let the property owner know. I would also never ever let my kids outside by themselves. Which sucks
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Post by gina on May 4, 2015 16:24:19 GMT
Having had bad experience with a next-door renter I would be on HIGH alert. I would definitely let the property owner know. I would also never ever let my kids outside by themselves. Which sucks This, right down to the suckage unfortunately.  |
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Post by walkerdill on May 4, 2015 16:24:29 GMT
I too live next to a convicted sex offender. In fact there are 53 in a 2 mile radius of my address. That said I'm not overly concerned. They have to live somewhere right? I just make sure if my kids are playing outside I keep a very watchful eye.
It wouldn't hurt to contact the landlord. I would alert others in the neighborhood with small children.
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Post by anonrefugee on May 4, 2015 16:26:44 GMT
Why did you post his name here?
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Post by anonrefugee on May 4, 2015 16:27:51 GMT
I think the neighborhood needs to be made aware of a pedophile living there, even if he's already served his time. Actually, I thought that was a requirement when someone was put on the sex offenders list. Our school system is notified and they in turn notify every family in system. |
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Post by bluepoprocks on May 4, 2015 16:28:09 GMT
There are pedophiles everywhere. In my opinion he served his time and is complying with laws by tell them where he is so I would leave it alone. I'm not suggesting you pretend like he isn't there. You should make your children aware to stay away from him and watch that he isn't coming in contact with the children in your area but he has to live somewhere. I wouldn't try to drive him out.
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Post by Dictionary on May 4, 2015 16:32:36 GMT
I think I would be making a flyer and depositing it on their front porch (no mailbox since I don't want to violate the USPS laws) in a 2-3 block radius, people have a right to know. As for the landlord, I wouldn't acknowledge it was a pedophile moving in but someone who was subleasing..that may or may not be an issue but an FYI certainly can't hurt.
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Post by grace2882 on May 4, 2015 16:38:04 GMT
I wouldn't be happy but I don't think you can legally do anything. I do believe that if you make too much of a stink the law might be against you actually because he has done his time and he has obeyed the law by registering.
I do believe that the landlord should know if he doesn't already. You might be surprised to learn that he already knows as in most states the predator has to disclose this to the landlords.
I would be forever diligent in watching his behavior though.
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Post by gmcwife1 on May 4, 2015 16:38:54 GMT
I think the neighborhood needs to be made aware of a pedophile living there, even if he's already served his time. Actually, I thought that was a requirement when someone was put on the sex offenders list. We get an email anytime one moves into or around in our town. I don't remember how we signed up for them but we get them. I think they are through the Sheriff's office. |
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Post by scrapaddie on May 4, 2015 16:45:15 GMT
More dangerous is the lovely person who works with your children.... The one you're never suspect is a pedophile.....
And why did you post his name? I would guess that is much is you put task that you do not like vigilantes, you are all ready to be one
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Post by giatocj on May 4, 2015 16:54:39 GMT
I always thought direct neighbors had to be made aware if convicted sex offenders/pedophiles were moving in direct proximity, but I could be WAY off.
And OP...you posted the felon's name and the fact that he is living next door to you. Anyone googling him and where he lives, will also have access to YOUR location now. You might want to re-think leaving his name there.
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Post by bianca42 on May 4, 2015 17:07:06 GMT
I have a friend who skipped the background check before renting an apartment on her property and later discovered she was renting to a convicted sex offender. There really wasn't anything that she could do as a landlord to make him leave because of his status as a sex offender. She just made sure that she kept a close eye on her kids and was thankful when they wanted to break the lease and get out early.
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Post by myshelly on May 4, 2015 17:09:18 GMT
OP,
When you google the name you posted you get an exact address.
You google that address and I now have your address, a picture of your street/house, and your real name.
All of that took less than 30 seconds.
You may want to rethink what you post on the Internet.
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Post by loco coco on May 4, 2015 17:13:14 GMT
i would make sure he is registered and legally allowed to live there (sometimes there are restrictions on distance between house and schools). If he is then I would just be careful and make sure your son knows to stay away.
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Post by basketdiva on May 4, 2015 17:14:06 GMT
I would verify with your local police department before posting flyers all over. You need to find current information on this person.
There is generally a state registration of sex offenders that includes their status
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Post by NoWomanNoCry on May 4, 2015 17:23:08 GMT
I think I would be vigilant no matter if there is a pedophile living near me or not because from what I have experienced it's the ones who aren't registered that you don't know about that I would be more worried about. I understand being upset though and worried but I don't think there is anymore you can do.
Im also wondering why the neighborhood wasn't notified, I always thought that was something that happens. Good luck!
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Post by scrappyoutlaw on May 4, 2015 17:56:26 GMT
I think it's an opportunity to teach your kids about being wary of strangers and certain people. You won't always be around every moment to protect them yourself. Unfortunately your kids will pass by pedophiles on the sidewalk or in the grocery store, you can't hide from every single one.
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Post by gmcwife1 on May 4, 2015 18:04:46 GMT
I think it's an opportunity to teach your kids about being wary of strangers and certain people. You won't always be around every moment to protect them yourself. Unfortunately your kids will pass by pedophiles on the sidewalk or in the grocery store, you can't hide from every single one. I read a lot of true crime so this has always been my thinking too! |
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Post by wellway on May 4, 2015 18:07:51 GMT
OP, When you google the name you posted you get an exact address. You google that address and I now have your address, a picture of your street/house, and your real name. All of that took less than 30 seconds. You may want to rethink what you post on the Internet. Plus if he googles his name, he can id cathyb too. |
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Post by mom on May 4, 2015 18:14:38 GMT
Honestly, I think you need to put the pitch fork away. There are sex offenders everywhere. Use this as an opportunity to teach your kids. He has served his time to society. Be cautious but mind your own business.
That being said, if I saw him taking interest in a child, I would defiantly say something to their parents. But to flood the neighborhood with flyers? No way.
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Post by chlerbie on May 4, 2015 19:08:30 GMT
We have one on our street as well. I think, the knowledge that people in the neighborhood KNOW also helps to keep them in line. The children in the neighborhood know that they are to avoid him so none of them are easy targets. Make your children aware and use it as an educational experience.
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Post by houston249 on May 4, 2015 19:12:04 GMT
I ditto mom.
Unless I see kids coming in and out all the time and they have NO children in their home the visiting kids would be playing with, I live my own merry life.
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Post by hennybutton on May 4, 2015 19:19:54 GMT
We have one on our street as well. I think, the knowledge that people in the neighborhood KNOW also helps to keep them in line. The children in the neighborhood know that they are to avoid him so none of them are easy targets. Make your children aware and use it as an educational experience. I agree. Unless he was snatching his victims off the street, chances are his MO was being a nice neighbor or friend who was trusted by his victims and their parents. You know his record, so you can protect your children by informing them and by making sure they are never alone with him. You have far more worries with a coach, teacher, relative, or other involved adult that may be a pedophile who hasn't been caught than with the known entity. |
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Post by finally~a~mama on May 4, 2015 19:24:25 GMT
I'd let the landlord know.
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