Nassau Sheriff offers “safe zone” for transaction

Nassau County Sheriff’s Office
Submitted by Bill Leeper Sheriff

August 1, 2015 1:00 a.m.

Safe Transaction ZoneIn an effort to make online transactions safer for both buyers and sellers, the Nassau County Sheriff Office is now allowing citizens to use its parking lot to complete sales setup through online sites such as eBay and Craigslist.

The goal of creating a “Safe Zone” is to deter crimes from occurring during such transactions.

“Today’s technology makes it more convenient than ever for sellers and buyers of personal items to find each other,” said Sheriff Bill Leeper. “Unfortunately, it also has created an opportunity for thugs to take advantage of unsuspecting citizens. We cannot do much about the international scams, but we can provide a safe haven for those wishing to complete these transactions here in Nassau County.”

“If even one honest citizen is spared the trauma of being a victim, the program will be worthwhile,” Leeper said. “Citizens should know that if the other party refuses to meet at the Nassau County Sheriff’s Office, they are up to no good.”

Citizens are encouraged to utilize the Sheriff’s Office parking lot, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. If transactions need to be completed outside of normal business hours or on weekends citizens may still use the parking lot, which is well-lit and under 24-hour video surveillance.