Scoping out the predators

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We hear a lot about the dangers MySpace and other sites pose. The dangers certainly are real. Children often post too much information. And people can pretend to be anybody online. But, worst of all, they open the door for predators worldwide. However, don’t forget the dangers lurking closer to home. A convicted sex offender could be living on your block. That’s where the Dru Sjodin National Sex Offender Public Website can help. It was named for a student kidnapped and murdered by a sex offender. You can use it to find out where predators live. Just enter your ZIP code and run a search. You’ll see a list of convicted offenders. Click on a name to see a picture, and home and work addresses. In some cases, you’ll also see a risk level. If you have children, visit this site. It will help you spot the dangers and avoid the unthinkable.

www.nsopr.gov