Calis Beach and Fethiye Turkey Discussion Forum
Other Local Resorts & Areas => Fethiye Turkey Discussion Forum => Topic started by: joannasal on November 09, 2009, 13:41:52 PM
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Following on from the topic in the Fethiye forum:
Sadly another burglary occurred this morning where I live (Symbola Apartments, Deliktas), between 9.00 am and lunch time (about noon). This time it was a childs motorised car which would not have been able to be lifted - it would need to go in a flat bed truck. The owners were out, I was in but was unaware of anything.
We pay a company each month for 'maintenance' which is supposed to include garden care, pool care (it is currently growing a nice crop of mould and green stuff on the bottom) and a 24 hour guard. Despite our complaints none of us who permanantly reside here have ever set eyes on the guard and no one seems to be taking any notice of us - except to take our monthly charges.
Not good
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Hi Joanna, we also have an apartment in Symbola but only get over a couple of times a year. I was sorry to hear about yet another burglary and perhaps if a guard had been there this burglary might have been avoided. I also pay maintenance but was not aware that a guard was included in the package. Niall & Leasa
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Hi Niall and Leasa,
I think you met Tony and Kay when you were last here, but I did not get a chance to say hello - so Hello!
Yes, the security guard is supposed to be included. One of the apartments in Block C also had an attempted break in during the day in August. Both this recent one and the attempted break in happened to ground floor apartmets and both in the day - a bit worrying.
Hope to meet you both properly when you next come over.
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Hi Joanna,
We've been following the forum regarding the apparent increase in break ins and thefts in the area lately, this seems to be a worrying trend, is it because Deliktas is such a secluded,quiet place ??, and we, like Niall and Leasa did not realise that our maintenance cover included security, but we did think (as Mohammed told us) that there would be a permanent caretaker and he also mentioned security cameras being fitted, unless this was part of his sales "pitch".
We hope you are well regardless of these recent events, have you spoken to Mustafa lately ??, we will attempt to Email Manzara about the problems, but as you probably understand it's more difficult sometimes to get things done from "this end" !!!.
Look after yourself and keep in touch Tony & Kay
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We have had confirmation from Ramazan that cctv is to be installed and will be a 24 hour coverage over the whole complex, hopefully this will be an effective deterrant. A security guard or caretaker was never mentioned to us at any stage from either the security company or Manzara. If anyone hears anything else then please let us know. Niall & Leasa
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hi guys,not heard of a security guard but we were told cc tv was going in.I hope they can get something sorted.I will also mention it.lovely to keep in touch with you all.x
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Mustafa is due this week or next and I will speak with him. When he first came round to me in August he actually asked me if I had seen the guard at night - I replied no as I usually sleep at night! When the attempted break in happened I know Manzara and AtoZ were contacted but I am not sure what was the outcome. I think the poor pool boy got the brunt of the ladys' distress and anger, not sure what she said to Mustafa though.
Cameras are in some places - but not connected. As you can imagine A and A are really unhappy about what happened yesterday (spitting fire would be a good phrase). I believe they are going to speak with Ato Z this week.
Hopefully this is not going to be a regular occurrence and all will settle down again quickly.
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I think the cameras are not fully connected yet because Manzara are waiting for D block to be completed after which the cctv system will be fully up and running.
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As has also been said on the forum, these "scallywags", are not just selecting expats to steal from, hopefully our fine Turkish neighbours will rally together as they can be quite vocal and can hopefully "rattle a few cages !!!".
I kind of guessed who's motorized car it was and I can imagine A & A are spitting feathers, please tell them we're really sorry, and hopefully these thefts are isolated incidents and will stop soon.
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The last two burglaries of homes owned by Turkish people resulted in the burglar getting shot, and the burglar being kicked off the roof terrace as he tried to climb over it's wall onto it. Not sure whether those constitute "reasonable force" ;)
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B^^ger all wrong wi' that Keith, sure sounds like 'Reasonable Force' tae me!!!! 8) 8)
Gordy.
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D Block is not even started yet so how long are we expected to have to wait?
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I think D block is supposed to be finished by next April or May.
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you can bet your bottom dollar its not finished when i go in May.haha.
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As no work has even begun on D Block yet I would agree with Amanda.
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Hello all,can't believe what has happened to my neighbours tonight AGAIN.Munchy Pete put on this forum that he had been burgaled last week,well that was bad enough in itself,well tonight he came to my house to do me a favour,whilst having a cup of tea here in my home,he was only out for an hour,he went back to his house and they HAVE BURGALED HIM AGAIN.He and his wife have just spent all week fitting locks to all doors and windows to make it more secure and feel safe in their house,and the robbing *******s came back and decided to smash the bedroom window in, Her words are , i quote( what is the point of fitting window locks when they have now smashed the windows ).So people beware,nothing is sacred,what do we have to do stop these horrendous attacks on peoples house,and personal belonging what they have worked and saved for ,for years .
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Makes you wonder how nobody seems to hear or see anything happening.
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Truly horrible reading. My heart goes out to Mr and Mrs Munchie, nobody should have to live in so much fear that they can't feel safe leaving their homes and treasured possessions for even an hour. There appears to be a definite targeting of Deliktas and it will be interesting to see what, if any, action is taken to address this.
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truly horrendous. Heart goes out to munchie x
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The scallys must have been watching Munchie Pete leaving his place ?, he must be gutted, so sorry for you mate. Yes they do seem to be targeting Deliktas, are the police active ???
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The problem is that it is very quiet up there in the Winter months so when they spot a light on at any time they know that someone is in residence and they are an easy target when they go out. I really feel for them.
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For them to act so quickly it would make you think they lived close by
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Hi again,many thanks for all your replies,yes it seems as it was someone very close,and been watching,as its the first time since they got burgaled as they have been out at night,but they were only gone for an HOUR maybe not even that amount of time,and to find their bedroom window had been completely smashed and the BED had been searched and mattress moved, was, and is very shocking,they had taken everything the first time,so it seems as if they were looking for more, maybe,god only knows. At this moment in time Mrs Munchy is asleep in my spare room,Mr munchy is downstairshe is too upset to sleep,and he is keeping watch through the window,as he can't do much else,now he has to go back and go through the process of doing another police report and various other things all over again.The police say there were no fingerprints or footsteps,PLEASE COME ON GET REAL,its been tipping down all day and the balcony must have some prints on there,as i know when even a cat has been on my balcony when its been raining ,because when i've heard them i've gone outside and you can see the paw prints where they have walked.If anyone knows about this i ask you, please try and help them,they are a lovely couple and so nice and friendly,they are the first to help anyone if needed .By the way their real names are Peter and Chris Malchom, he is a retired fire officer,and well known in his line of work,and saved many lives during his service.Many people remember Christines brother who died here 2 years ago from a heart attack,he was named JEFF JACKSON,so they have had a trying time all round as they like to come out this time of year to pay their respects to him at his grave in Ovackic in october.These are sad times we live in i know,once is bad enough,but come on,twice in a fortnight is downright dispicable,they both can't wait to get home now as this has made then feel unsafe and insicure and very vunerable to say the least.
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That is just so terible and sad. I hope something will get done and eventually your friends will feel safe again.
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munchie petes wife here burgled 31st oct put new locks on every window and door burgled again 12th nov couldnt break in door this time because new locks so smashed glass and climbed through getting police report nightmare insurance man ali from allianz insurance still chasing word of worning to anyone whos got insurance with this man beware totally usless we are in villa in deliktas
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Really hoping you get a change of luck Pete. Please keep us informed on how your claims work out with Allianz, many people on here are looking for a good insurance service (and to avoid useless ones).
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Too much of a coincidence to be done twice when you think of all the properties in Deliktas - mine included. You must feel terrible, are timers available like you can get in the uk that switch lights on and off whilst you are out? - looks like this may be something to consider.
Wishing you all the luck in the world in getting this sorted and hopefully catching those who pray on those who work hard for what they have rather than work hard themselves.
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Originally posted by Gorgeous_bird
are timers available like you can get in the uk that switch lights on and off whilst you are out? - looks like this may be something to consider.
I had thought about that but someone posted said they seem to target properties that seem lived in like leaving lights on, so is having lights on timers a good idea.
We have lights around the house in UK on timers coming on at all times to make it look like someone is in, more so when we are out at night.
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It's a risky stratergy to break into a house where it looks like people are in, especially when you are breaking the glass. Who knows maybe the robbing watsits saw them go out and acted.
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We are in Forest Hills next door and our night watchman used to regularly patrol with a rifle over his shoulder (something we were not too happy about). As well as patrolling our complex he also used to walk up to Symbola. His attendance at night has become a little sporadic and this may have created an additional security weakness.
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maybe a portable alarm working of either mains or battery with pir and loud alarm would help quite cheap to buy got mine in france but must sell in uk. best of luck to all those effected and hope this will be over for you soon.
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Looks like the only way to go is to install grills. Not very pretty but a good deterent. (If they installed properly). This must be a nightmare for you but you will get over it. We did.
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hi thanks to all of the comments about our burgleries yes someone was watching us go out everyone feels the same that its someone near watching but out of five lots of police coming not one has been round neighbours to see if they saw or heard anything didnt look for foot prints also said no finger prints there must have been some on back door as we and neighbours use it as for ali our insurance bloke hes a none starter not been to see us once although we stayed in 3 days for him
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topic on grills first breakin was through grills on back door have now put padlock on it nothing seems completey safe
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I think the builders are starting on D block today after the New Year break. Can anyone who lives in Symbola confirm this. Thanks. Niall
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Burglars out again last night they tried our villa up near Almina Apts.They removed a double glazed unit on downstairs window without removing grilles so did not get in .Neighbours watching out in case they come back.
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Hi Niall,
Indeed work has begun on D Block. They started in earnest last week and the progress is quite amazing (and a bit noisy!!). Have been taking progress pics just for interest - the best ones were at 8.30pm last Thursday (I think it was Thurs) when the huge concrete spreader turned up! Pitch black, but the job got done! The second lot of concrete was done this SUnday morning, a ginormous crane thingy to distribute the concrete and all done by remote control - quite fascinating.
Also the little local shop has re opened. Out of the gate and go left as if going to the bus. Just before you go up the slope go right and the shop is up there on the left. Nice man, good English, decent stock.
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Hi Joanna, thanks for the update on D block, lets hope it does not take too long to finish. We are coming out for a week in April, just booked the flights last night.
Glad the wee shop has reopened, handy for basic things.
Niall & Leasa
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Hi Joanna and Niall. We are next door to you in Forest Hills. Good to hear that the building work is progressing and nice to get updates every now and again.
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Hi Doug, we dont know that many people in Deliktas so its nice to keep in touch and as you say get an update on whats going on from time to time in this area.
Niall & Leasa
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Hi all, Has any work been done to finish off the gym & sauna in the basement of our block (B Block)????? Tony & Kay
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Hi Tony and Kay, to answer your question (as I have not got round to writing properly to you yet!) - NO! The only work going on with the rest of Symbola is the usual man doing the odd bit of gardening and stairwell cleaning. Otherwise all activity is focused on D Block.
The little shop is generally trying to be used by most of us who live here as it is a godsend in the winter. No more tramping up and down the hill just for a 50 kurush loaf of bread. I have also been told that within a week or so he is hoping to get his alcohol and tobacco licence and i believe he is going to set up a home delivery service. He is planning on a leaflet drop soon so when that happens I will let everyone know. His prices on some items are a little bit more than in the town, but that (for me) is overridden by the concenience factor. He has cheese, eggs, yoghurt, turkey sausages (not too bad) sucuk, crisps,nuts and snack things, biscuits, shampoo, washing powder and conditioner, candles, sweets, tea, coffee, coffee mate, icing sugar, loo rolls, cooking oil, cleaning products etc etc.
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Hi,to every body.happy new year! really nice that we can all keep in touch in Deliktas,Joanna, you're a god send living there,with all the updates etc.It's awful being here and not knowing what is happening around the area.If anyone goes out could they please post various photo's so we can see what is happening.Really pleased that the little shop has reopened,very handy there.
Hopr to see you all sometime this year.xxx
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Thanks Joanna, I have to agree with Amanda it's great for us that you are there "full" time, apart from being envious, it can be very frustrating at times not being there., especially when there is more development going on !!.
Good news about the little shop I hope it's a success, it sounds very handy for us "trolls" living so far up the valley !!.
A belated Happy New Year to you all, and look forward to seeing you all later in the year. T & K
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:Dtrolls.lol
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Great to see the "Green Valley" forum up and running again and we are all talking to each other about issues that concern us all whether we are resident there or not. Lets keep it going. Niall & Leasa
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I have some pictures of D Block, and when I figure out how to do it I will post them. Will try and do it today (after marking students' homework!!)
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Hi Joanna
Like Happy Mondays(Doug) we have one of the apartments at Forest Hills facing Symbola and it is nice to get updates from the area.
Thank you
Terry and Susan
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Did not get round to pics yesterday, sorry Trolls!!
Up date today - torrential rain and a really weird sky! Almost illuminous.
It is good that we all keep in touch and it is also nice for me to get to know some more people where I live. Most of the people I currently know are from Calis or Ovacik and I am called 'the lady on the hill' (note to Tony - not a troll!!).
Have a happy day everyone
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Hi Joanna, hope you can work out how to put some photos on for us all, it would be very interesting to watch the progress of D block. Niall & Leasa