Our family owned store is broken into... again. Can we recover?
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- We are broken into... but this time it nearly breaks me... I'm devastated that my dreams for the store feel broken too, can I move past it and move forward? or will this mark the end?
Being broken into for the third time requires you as a business owner to 1 contact your police dept and ask what the area cruiser is doing on the late night shift? DEMAND BETTER ATTENTION TO YOUR BUSINESS.
2 Get on the agenda for your local city council meeting AND EXPLAIN THAT THIS IS THE 3RD TIME YOU HAVE BROKEN INTO AND DEMAND THAT SOMETHING BE DONE.
If this meeting is broadcast on tv the council won't like a businessman complaining of 3 BREAK-INS. Without the police making an arrest.
3 Have your alarm tied into a 24 hour alarm company that will notify the PD and you.
By the way the noise won't stop breakers they will have several minutes to steal as much as they can carry.
4 Silent alarm after being tripped gives PD time to respond.
Take it from a retired police sergeant
This is third time, what she police doing? There is footage.
Yes, Alex, please do this ...
Best advice. And keep your security improvements a secret.
Big old junk yard dog 24/7
Not only do you offer something unique to Edmonton, Alberta, Canada but you offer something unique to us folks all over the world Alexander, and for that, I thank you!!!
Yeah. I have never met him before, because i am over here in germany and not on canada or the states, but i feel so sorry for him, because he seems like a person with a great heart and attitude.
As his TH-cam family we feel his hurts. Wish I could offer some help from Scotland. Stay strong Alex 👍👍👍👍
My father always says “A thief is someone who does not have the intellect or the skills to make their own way in life & their morality is lower than a snake’s belly.”
Oh how true a saying that is
It's not true actually. Some criminals are actually really really smart. They turn to crime often when they're not being challenged enough intellectually and get bored. My younger brother was like that. Too smart for his own good. Got him into alot of trouble. Many criminals are like that, they want the challenge to do something someone hasn't done before or better than the last guy did...and get away with it.
Hook a 200 decibel audible alarm up to the security system, when that sucker goes off and their ears bleed and the entire neighborhood is woken up, that'll run them off
@@shubus thats what battery backup is for
That's like suggesting a car alarm. People just ignore them, because they go off so often.
the biggest issue is his buildings almost made of cardboard quaint period is nice but secure its not
@@Saavik256 Here in Merica, we business owners can just sit in the dark with a shotgun and shoot burglars
@@keptinkaos6384 a little help from the Edmonton PD burglary unit would be nice, as would stepped up driveby patrol cars
The biggest casualty in theft is less the loss itself, and more the loss of trust in others.
Heartbreaking, for sure. God, this pisses me off!
That's a luxury thought for the rich ones.Try it out. Loss of trust is cheap to get. The really big problem is, that you cannot earn your money fast enough, when others decide to carry it away, while you sleep.
I live in Edmonton. Who says Alberta doesn't have rats? The bad guys stole our truck with my son's baby seat. They have no scruples and work neighborhoods over like farmers harvesting crops. A man jumped to his death in front of LRT and losers watching it happen scooped up his backpack. A family friend had his work van stolen just before Christmas. They took his tools and dumped the damaged truck near Hobema. With years of hard earned, specialized tools missing he was forced out of business. There's little Canadian law will do and insurance doesn't recover trust. Get a safe and WHEN they come back they will roll the store like spoiled children upset that the goodies are gone. Hopefully the contractor can keep them out and Alex in business.
This breaks our hearts that people would do this to you. That being said from the video you showed us, the smaller person was a female. And it looks like they have been in the store before. So you have to say to yourself who has been around that is a male and female couple looking in cases asking about trading cards and looking around for cameras or looking around at the ceiling. Also I know you don't want to think this but it might be "friends". Not close friends but people who come in the store often asking questions starting up conversations maybe even buying small things.What drink did they take from the drink cooler? That might be your clue. If it's something they like drinking and they come in there often. We so hope you find these thieves.
People can get a lot of info from the videos.
Sorry to say but here in Edmonton is usually crackheads.... They don't necessarily have to be people that come into the store a lot.... But for sure people that don't usually fit that type of store...... I worked retail... here in Edmonton , and I've seen it all ....you wouldn't believe it!!
@@cherylschumaker1366 that's actually where i was going with an earlier comment. methheads don't care: they're fearless, resourceful, and at times charming (think previous visits to the store, 'interviewing' employees). i wouldn't rule anything out. total heartbreak, and he's at a bit of an impasse with historic guidelines and building security retrofits. yikes.
This is why people used to live above their store, and have a nice, big dog.
@@okjoe5561 Not good, that way burglers bring a cannon.
@@robertthorpe2401 dogs don't do much good. Either they are a good dog and let everyone pet them while they steal everything or you get a mean dog and even though they weren't supposed to be there they sue you for getting bitten.
That sounds a bit like blaming the victim. A passive aggressive statement.
@@kennethlaw5216 NOT TRUE. A well trained dog is worth their weight in gold.
@@kennethlaw5216 Alex needs a trained guard dog. The dog has a trigger word that puts the dog on full attack mode.
Alex, Your Dreams are our dreams. when you are crushed we are crushed too. We who watch know the love and hard work that goes into your shop and when things like this happen it also breaks our hearts. The Tears that are shed are not yours alone. Although I live in the states and will most likely never meet you, I often think of you as a son who is living his adventure and letting me live vicariously through him....What can be said Alex...PLEASE do not give up, it will age you with regret. If you need anything LET ME KNOW! I am not rich but I will give what I can to help. Know that you are loved Alex, and that we dream with you.
Uncle Crog you are truly a good man.
I agree you and your family are loved by many all around the world, keep the smile on your face, and keep your videos coming a lot of us love them!
One of the important security measures to take is not to tell anyone what security you have in place. Having your life shown out there for all to see does reduce your personal level of security. Unfortunately this means being careful about the information you share. This is very difficult to achieve in your line of work.
Best wishes 🙏🙏🙏
It was so kind of Bob to offer watching the store at night. He's true friend .
Bright lights around the exterior of the building and motion lights inside when the store is closed would help deter thieves and vandals .
I hope they are found. Sadly , it must be one of your customers that have been there before.
Prayers for you to feel better about things and that the thieves are found.
I love Bob.
They look like that wasn't the first time they've been in the shop.
'Fraid so.....
Thievescase out retail businesses. Thd frightful part is when you look at the edmonton court dockets. Theifwill pleadguilty andget probation and a small fine. Its why crime is rampant.
I agree with Alex K
I thought the same thing. These guys know the store and exactly what they're looking for, and where to find it.
@@sharondease3551 Im' thinking so too. He is a very high value target because of his online and social media presence and he is going to need highly specialized expertise to fortify his store.
Your Store is SOOO AMAZING! Makes me want to move to Canada and live in a tent outside the store with my 125lb Rottweiler. Stay Strong Brother! You are very loved by all of us!
It's disgusting how there are bad people who ruin things for good people. So sorry Alex. 😢
You and your family are strong and will get through this. Know your extended family is there for you. Love and prayers.
Hire a guard dog. The handles turn the dog loose in your shop at the end of your day and pick them up in the am. Nothing like a good dog to keep people away. Kinda like a guardian dog protects his critters on a farm. They are trained extensively for their jobs.
@@joycehook4832 I agree that is a great idea.
@BadDriversOfTennessee yeah, and you can bet they stole their computer as well 😤
I wonder if it was the same guys that broke in before. We were broken into and expensive equipment stolen at our ranch. We installed RING cameras. The very next day, they were back. We watched them on my iPad and called the sheriff. They were arrested right outside our gate.
Yeah he definitely needs some ring cameras. Or at least the small Amazon ones that notify you if there’s any movement in the shop. To be honest I’d have thought the camera system he already has would do that though. Maybe he just didn’t get the notification. It’s an absolute shame it’s happened again either way and I hope they get what’s coming to them.
Nice.
Omgosh...this breaks my heart. You and Melissa are two of the kindest, most honest people. To think someone would violate you like this. I have no words.
Please stay strong. God bless you as you move forward.
@Pale Horse what a horrible thing to say! Melissa has so much kindness and compassion she exudes beauty through her heart and soul and you obviously don't know a thing about Alex!
Goodness sakes get a life.
@Pale Horse ...I am totally in shock at your rudeness! Why would you attempt to hurt people you don't even know, like that?
Last time you were "understanding" of the thieves. Forget that, there are no excuses for this kind of behavior
His 'understanding' is increasing with every breakin.
Taking pity on people who take advantage of you is inviting more trouble. Hopefully Alex has learned this lesson now.
@@jcadult101 he has a mark on him
@@dannykeane6565 I get the feeling these people watch his videos and plan accordingly
@@ShanghaiGoat yes they do
This broke my heart. If the individuals that did this, spent an ounce of the energy they use plotting their schemes, on dreaming their OWN dreams and WORKING to achieve them...they'd never remove a peice of lint without first asking if it belongs to someone. Prayers for you and your family. Stay Blessed.
Best comment on here. Most criminals are not stupidpeople. Just uneducated. You are right on the money.
Very well said and I could not agree more. This broke my heart and also made me furious! It was a pretty good video of the criminals so I pray they can be identified, arrested and JAILED!!
I'm so sorry honey, you don't deserve being robbed by people who don't appreciate good hard work. Kindness goes a long way, I get that, but security is a necessity to maintain a business.
Bob is definitely a good friend. I firmly believe he'd do what he said and stand guard at night. Bless him.
Indeed. I was so proud of him for being there for Alex.
put the bed back to the smal Art room.have security staying there.
@@sandymudlark1177 : Best ìdea which first came to my mind as well (am overseas in 🏥)
When i did security system installs in high crime areas, we would use "screamers", they were 150Db really high frequency sirens. they will at least disorientate and somtimes cause physical pain. they can be heard for miles. they are installed beside all points of entrance on the inside. its makes it physically impossible to proceed. also high intensity strobe lights. and worse case if someone does get in, they most likly wont get out.
those are illegal in his city sadly...
@@sazerchu why,, you find me anywhere in the world that wont allow you to install a speaker in your premisis..
I'm pretty sure his VERY CLOSE RESIDENTIAL neighbours would be very VERY unhappy with this type of alarm system. It's one thing if it's in an industrial area or downtown but his store is amongst homes and apartments etc.
@@ambereverton1364 Plus there is probably a noise bylaw that prevents something like that from even being thought of. Noise really isn't as effective as you think in deterring TARGETED theft like this. It requires a custom and detailed all-around solution that can be expensive.
The thieves looked as though they knew their way around the place. I’ll bet they had been in your store frequently. Scoping
the place out ahead of the heist. You might even recognize them someday.
I’m so very sorry this has happened to such a nice guy who only does wonderful thing for people and his community!
You're a fighter hero winner if they get it down there one. Get up and do it again you're always be successful. I love your show we will keep keep supporting you because you have the Master's touch it's your anointing
I’m sorry Alex, it’s a terrible feeling when your space is violated.
You have such a good heart, I hate that anyone would do anything that hurts you.
You are in my prayers🙏🏻❤️There are better days ahead❤️🙏🏻 No one has been physically hurt, and your family and friends are strong for you, that’s a good thing. Much Love to you and your beautiful family❤️
You're a fighter hero winner if they get you down they h!ve wone.. Get up and do it again you're always been successful. I love your show we will keep supporting you because you have the Master's touch it's your anointing
His soul has been ripped out R.A. Wake up... and stop accepting crime as a "given".
I'm so sorry Alex... Unfortunately this is the world we live in now. Try everything you can to stop it..
@@jaytomson7052 In what way does Raggedy Ann's comment above indicate that he/she accepts "crime as a given"? I think R.A.'s comment is totally sympathetic, supportive and encouraging to Alex and all his hard work. I think *your* put-down comment is unkind and off the mark. Fyi, as of this writing, Raggedy Ann's comment has received an impressive 96 likes, which includes one of mine.
Couldn’t you just livestream the store overnight? People would be watching at ANY and ALL hours, and your watchers would call the cops...
An excellent idea!
Yes great idea
Good idea 'cause I'll betchya it's one of his neighbors, like that apartments or hotel next door.
That's pretty smart! 😘
Awesome Bob and Josh glad you came there to support Alex. He needs friends like you even if it's just for emotional support.
I'm so sorry that people are so crummy. Keep on going.
So sorry you have been robbed & violated like that. I have only recently started watching your videos and have really enjoyed your adventures and enjoyed getting to know you & your wife & family...and also some of your great friends and worker helpers that bring lots of interest & humour to the journey. It was exciting to see your adventure clearing out & restoring the Potter house to its former usefulness, dignity, & glory days....exciting to see your fulfillment of your dream of a historical period general store, and the fun restoring it and improving it, and lovingly filling it with treasures to sell & share with others.....then, crying with you both when your wife Melissa’s Dad passed suddenly and alone, because of Covid. Then to have to see you have to deal with this 3 times over, is heartbreaking! But, know that you are loved and admired by many many people who see the kind decent hardworking person your are. ...and celebrate with you all your efforts and adventures and making it possible to preserve bygone days and bring back treasured memories.
On a different note, I just wanted to suggest maybe having a small old table & couple of old chairs for some of your regulars to come sit and chat (chew the fat) & maybe play a game of checkers, (whittle? LOL) or whatever, ( & don’t forget the spittoon haha!)...like many general stores back in the day did. Like when your friend Bob drops by.
THREE times? Oh Alex, I'm so sorry you are going through this. You sure don't deserve it.
Do yourself a favor. When you get a better security system don’t tell us what it is. The best offense is a great defense. Or is that the other way around?😂. I am sorry to hear of this again. Love your channel.
@Patty F exactly what I was thinking. He is an open book, which I love, but at the same time he is opening himself up to be a target. So sad this happened to him.
@BadDriversOfTennessee especially on social media. You never know who is taking note. I hope he gets recovers from the shock of this last situation and makes the changes he needs to make.
Or let them know the new security system has electrified inner doors, true or not... As well as other deterrents. Just like people rarely break in the house with the ferocious sounding dog barking, there's another house without one down the way. Thieves are usually pragmatic, low hanging fruit lovers. Why risk your life when you don't have to is the idea.
Alex please pay attention to this comment sweetie. DON’T share what changes you make to security. I’m suspicious of two things. One: They are regular viewers. Two: They are locals (or both) please hire a security guard or something?
Stay strong and believe your dream. What a great gift you are to your community. Gets guard dog. Hire someone to stay over night
Heartbreak, heartache and you still manage to show us some really neat things (I’m loving those tiny clocks).
You are a king among men Alex. Every blessing as you soldier on.
It feels wrong to "like" the video. But I did because I appreciate you not giving in or giving up.
Exactly.
Me too
I felt the same, but I think 'likes' help with the TH-cam algorithms if the channel is monetized, it pays more with AdSense?
Man, people suck. I'm sorrowful that you're going through this, dude. :(
Alex, I’m so sorry to hear your shop was broken into! How lousy! But we absolutely love your videos and think what you’re doing is great. Don’t let the bastards get you down.
They have been in the store checking things out. They knew where to go to get in and out so fast.
I had to make chain link nail curtains. After my body shop was broken in.
Place the Roller Shutters inside the entrances. They won't be visible from the outside.
I'm so sorry this has happened so much. This is absolutely disgusting. I hope there is a good alternative way of reinforcing security. I also hope these people get caught. Way to go Bottle Bob!
I owned a gas station in Grande Prairie and I always said if it's not nailed down, tied down or screwed down some ass is going to try and steal it. People couldn't figure out why the tire pressure gauge was 18 inches long with a 2 ft chain and huge ugly bolts welded to it. It was too big and ugly to steal. We were broken into three times, they tried to remove a 500 lb safe (that was empty), they broke into a till that had been left open (steal the coin but don't damage the register) . I had a home that was broken into and you feel so violated. You have to do everything you can to get some sense of security back. Hang in there, it does get better.
The thieves are broken people who can't be honest with themselves or even their own parents. How sad. I am sending all the best from Colorado, God bless you and your family.
It’s not all about the thieves!!! What about the heart broken owners!!
@@kbee1735 They are moving on with their lives and now the thief is arrested. Some material things were recovered but not most. You made it about the thief not me. I sent prayers, what did you do Karen.
Definitely sounds like an inside job
@Home/Power Systems-The thieves are broken people 😂- crazy comment! It’s not that complicated-they’re thieves period. What about Alex, Melissa and their 3 children and all of the hard work to build a business? What about their lives? Your sympathy and comments make me wonder if you know the culprits? I hope the thieves are caught and prosecuted.
You are crazy to comment on something weeks old and you don't have a clue...please seek therapy.
Everyone needs a Bob and a Josh! Lean on them and don't give up. I'm too old to fight these sad situations much anymore--but I do have hope that younger generations will stand up to preserve personal property rights and to prosecute those who abuse them. Blessings and prayers to you and your family.
They've definitely been to your store more than once. They knew exactly what to look for and where. Check the CCTV as soon as you can.. You may be able to track down these people.
My father had a gun shop in a not so great part of town. Over the 30 years it was open it was broken into 5 times. It was the cleanup and doing inventory that was hard part. After every break-in we would make changes to the security of the shop. We finally got it to a point where it wasn't worth the effort of breaking in. By the time you could get inside the cops would be rolling up. Its frustrating but in the end you will have the upper hand.
Those types of theft scare me the most, guns in the wrong hands. Glad your Dad was able to figure out how to make it so it didn't make sense to try to break in any more.
On another note Alex, you should totally get a visitor book that people could sign when they travel to your store. I know if covid is a thing of the past next summer, I am totally going to stop in on my road trip across Canada.
My heart is heavy for the loss you and Melissa and the children have endured. You are such caring and giving people. It sickens me to think that those individuals have no regard to the effect they have on a persons life or livelihood. May God help you rise up and face this new challenge. 🙏
Amen!
Thank you, Lisa -- well said.
I’m so sorry you are going through this, Alex - and to learn it’s actually happened three times. I’m afraid I’m rather behind on your videos. I hope the police can catch all of the dirtbags and make them pay for their crimes.
I’m glad you seem to be at least starting to recover your equilibrium. Please don’t hesitate to go for counseling if you’re really struggling, though. You really have been deeply violated, and emotional issues from that are not uncommon. Or anything to be ashamed of.
I'm sorry your store has become a target once again. Its sad when people just take what someone has worked hard to gather. Sending Positive energy to you & the family ❤
The only other option you have now, is removable shutters. You've been marked as a target among the thieving community, something that happens even here in Europe. The police is clearly useless.
You put those in place when you leave and you take them off when you work. You could store them into the shed, so they can be as stout and strong as you need. It won't affect the way the building looks or not, because this is a thing that was done in the past too. When i was a kid, in my town, despite it being a capital, there were plenty of shops that had either thick, 9 mm rolling metal (the rhombus pattern) shutters or straight up western hardwood ones that, like i said got removed when the store was functional. Most of those were covered in adverts for Cola Cola and other such things.
When you can't rely on your gov to help you in any fashion, which is the case here, you have to step up the things that are unpleasant for you. And unfortunately, the ultimate is closing shop. I don't think you're there, i think you have it in you, to try again. But you can't rely on cameras or the people you pay with your taxes to protect your property, so you have to do things the best you can within the confines of the law.
Three times in the same amount of months, yeah now you mentioned it something is going on. One thing that occurred to me is that the shop is very open as in not closed in either side next to buildings.
I'm so very sorry this happened to you and your wife. They are certainly low people who did this and they many times want to take from someone else who's worked hard to have something nice or great. I hope these dirt bags get caught and sent to jail!! Don't let them get you down!! You are tough and strong. You are a good person with your wife and family and you have a VERY NICE SHOP and s ton of items to offer! I live in the USA in the state of MD and wish I could come shop at your store. I would have to pack a lunch along and mabie dinner too because I would litterly lose myself in your store! I see a ton of things already I'd love to own but I'm too far away. Good luck with everything and hope you get your business all secured. I'll keep watching
My heart hurts for you. This has been a terrible year for so many, & y’all have born the brunt in so many ways. Try to keep positive and dwell on all you have accomplished. You’ve set goals & met some that many of us couldn’t dream of. We are proud of you & your family’s resilience & send you love. Y’all bless our lives.
You feel bad because you have
been abused and it breaks your
trust in people. More store
cameras and connection to
police. You have a big heart
that's broken from this
situation but the heart will
repair and go on.
Alex, I'm so sorry to hear about all of the break-ins. I know just how you feel. 14 years ago, I moved a very successful business from Los Angeles back into my hometown in rural Pittsburgh. I bought my old elementary school, which was in a sad state of decay, spent over $200,000 to renovate and save it. The idea was to bring a business to an old zinc mining town that had since fallen into hardtimes and, sadly, lots of drug activity. The townsfolk was not only NOT welcoming or interested in learning a new skill, the building was broken into so many times that it seemed they were stealing everything as fast as we were rebuilding. After so many times, I gave up and literally walked away and have never returned. I can't even bear to go back into the building. It was such an emotional and upsetting experience. I lost everything. I mention this only to let you know that what you are feeling is understandable and normal, and I admire.and encourage you to."keep on." I wish I had that fortitude, but I don't.
That’s heartbreaking 😔
That's heartbreaking! It's also sad that people would make there own town a worse place to live driving away jobs!
@@michellezevenaar not really people have no honor except to popular performers and characters criminals . lazy is the new dope
Palmerton or Friedensville?
That sucks. What stands out is the feeling of being unappreciated for bringing something nourishing to your hometown. Sounds like you knew when to fold 'em. Try not to feel too hurt, okay? Easier said than done, to be sure.
I know how I'd take care of it. But I'm from Texas. We have a different take on things...
My previous employer had a system that quickly filled smoke in a part of the warehouse where valuable equipment was stored (some form of theater smoke). This in combination with an extreme strobe light makes it completely impossible to stay in and navigate the space.
Stores here in the UK use smartwater security mist. It sprays intruders with an invisible identification mist that's impossible to wash off and carries a unique marker for that particular store..
@@davidpeirce7803 Doesn't it get on the merchandise?
In a store like yours you would benefit from installing one of those "smoke" alarms that fill the store with "smoke" when the alarm is set off. It does not do any damage as its not smoke its much thicker. I set one off in a clothing store and I didnt see anything so in your store it will be impossible to go around and pick the best stuff. Also most are gonna want to run outside when the smoke starts pouring so that would stop some straight away
I am so sorry. This is grandma again. I am sending you a virtual hug. Carry on. You are a good man!
There's a charity near my place that has been broken into multiple times, someone even tried to start a fire to destroy the place. One of the charity's people told me that "it won't stop them." because if they stop, these assholes win. and that can't happen. there has to be a way to secure your place while keeping it "in the spirit" of the original building. Hope you'll recover and keep on that journey, because it feels good to tag along with you on that trip.
If you give up. It means they win! Don't let them ruin your dream. Don't let them win! Sending prayers and good thoughts your way!
We felt sad for you while watching this post. You are such a positive and caring person. Sadly some members of society feel entitled, if they want it they take it. Many stores in Australia have resorted to shutters and bars.
You mentioned Mose Allison. I used to play with him every time he came through Texas. He was a very hood friend, and I learned a tremendous amount from him, and still do, every time I remember our gigs.
OMG Alex. My heart hurts at how dejected you are. All your hard work. I can understand how bad you feel - my house was looted after a house fire. You were so empathetic to the person who stole the guitars and, as this is such a beautiful part of you, maybe these thieves thought that they could get away with it, too. It is bad enough to be robbed but to damage your lovely store makes it worse. I think a “Home Alone” security system may just be what is needed! Stay strong and positive. With best wishes from Down Under 😘💕🇦🇺.
Thank you for being so emotionally honest about your frustrations. It is so hard to regain trust after such experiences. These are very desperate times for many people....but it doesn't excuse the behavior. Your store looks very interesting and eclectic and I love how you share your journey of collecting objects...and collect interesting helpers along the way.
I feel your pain. Our charity has been broken into a few times. Just take a breath. Then take one day at a time. Don't let the bastards beat you.
Your store is a throw back to a simpler safer time it makes me cry. I am so upset with the world and life right now. It's videos like yours that make me feel happy again. I wish we could all go back to safer happier time. Thank you for not getting as discouraged as we would understand if you did. You and your family and associates really help me to see there is still good people in this world. You all have overcome so much and still hang on to your dreams. It really does help so many of us. Just know we hurt with you and rejoice with you. Keep on keeping on Alex! 👍❤
Your resilience is truly commendable. Never give up what you love - no matter what happens. You and your store are as much of a living cultural Canadian treasure as everything in the shop - and everybody loves and appreciates the positive contribution you are doing for the community and for Canada. The love of what we choose to do with our lives can never be taken from us unless we let it - just hang onto that feeling - and it will always be yours - to share with all of us.
OMG Alex!! My heart aches for you right now. How can people be so low in doing this sort of thing. I feel your sadness and it hurts that those responsible have taken our happy Alex who loved life.
Alex please know that you are loved and what you do is so very awesome and much appreciated by many, me included. Yes ramp up the security AGAIN but please don’t let it destroy your inner peace and sense of adventure.
Thankfully you weren’t hurt and it was just material stuff. Yes that’s important but not as important as you!!
Sending you the biggest warmest hugs across the seas from Traralgon Australia to you in Canada.
Take time and recover your peace and happiness. God bless!!
Definitely was a targeted theft, they knew what they were looking for and where to find it.
The first thief went straight to the one cabinet, without looking around. That case had been cased.
Trying to be positive at least you had a huge amount of stock out of the property at the 2 Auctions.
You are also rich in family, friends and supporters, and have a huge amount of moral fibre yourself.
So pick yourself up dust yourself down and start all over again.
Resilience builds with enduring trials so after 3 burglaries you are surely toughening up and toughening up your building.
We have confidence in you Alex, the Phoenix is already rising from the ashes.
This just breaks my heart. I just discovered your channel and have enjoyed watching your videos. I hope you have been able to secure your building and have not been robbed again.
Alex and Melissa, I’m sorry that people have vandalized your property… Hopefully your security footage helps you guys find and bring to justice those that did this.
So love your attitude in the face of adversity.This is one of the many reasons you are successful and so loved by many.
I love what you are doing and this breaks my heart for you. I hope the thieves are caught and this stops.
I also hope that the person stealing gets help. They obviously need help or they wouldn’t be stealing.
My sympathies, but that is the sad reality: once someone breaks in, they all begin to look for the weaknesses in the building. You fortify the doors, they take out the windows. You lock up the glass cases, they break the glass. I would strongly suggest you invest in a safe, and the litte expensive stuff that is easy to pawn, you lock in the safe each night.
In colorado a group of guys was stealing guns. They would go into the houses and take the entire safe out and load it into the car. Bolt the safe to the floor.
@@elainebernarding8495 but then they lasso it with a chain to a vehicle and pull it through whatever gets in its way, they do that with cash machines in the UK.
They were so brazen they definitely knew exactly where to go for everything, I'd be looking back through footage and see who was clocking the camera and then trying to avoid it. Oh & can the building be beautified, fortified and electrified? 😈
@@mamiebobb4173 - which could have been prevented by adding steel/cement bollards to the front of the store or moving the machine further back...
it's the french doors. They're too easy to break thru keep them boarded up for now and look for a secure replacement
Very Very sad I don't want to say to much incase ther watching, these people are targeting you maybe it's time to talk privately to someone about your productions and your families safety don't rely on the cops
You work so hard, and are such a kind soul. This is just heartbreaking. Instead of working hard, this person chooses to steal from you.
It's time to take no prisoners when it comes to security. It felt really uncomfortable to watch that footage. Can't imagine how if felt as the owner. :(
The feeling of being violated. Very sad! 😭
My father is a scuba diver and has dove the Oregon and retrieved artifacts off it!
There are security providers who you can hire to respond within a few minutes from the alarm going off, they are usually much faster than the police as they only watch their customers alarms. If its a real alarm, they can call the police and you, if it's false, they will switch it of do it doesn't bother the neighbors. They are usually work with the companies who install and sell alarm systems, if you have an alarm installed, you can enquire whom they would recommend locally.
Aww this makes my heart hurt I'm so sorry you had this happen to u again... please let this make u stronger! You got this and a whole town and youtube world behind you
It looks like someone truly knows their way around!! That person went straight for that soda!! Whomever it is, obviously been there before!! LORD God bless and keep you all!!
Need a camera outside to get vehicle/plate on camera!! Maybe pay a neighbor to point a camera at shop from distance!!
I also believe that a good camera system would help, not only inside your store but out side in many places, I know it is heartbreaking to have to spend money to protect your store and your self, also you might need to hire a security company to keep your store a lot safer best of luck!
Hello Alex. I watched your video last night and was very sad to hear you were broken into again. I hope you don’t shut down your shop. Since being told of your TH-cam channel by my sister in law in Winnipeg, watching your videos has been one of the very few bright spots in this miserable year. My wife lost her 29 year old son at the end of March and this on top of Covid 19 and all the crazy stuff happening in the world has made this year one of the worse ever. Your videos are full of hope with no malus towards others, and watching you collect treasures and fix up houses & cars take us away from all our troubles. I worked as a Security Guard for 24 years and dealt with people at their worse. Towards the end of my career, I became very cynical and it took me nearly 10 years after I retired to see the good in people. It would be a great pity if all these break ins make you cynical as well. Yes by all means do what you can to secure your shop but never forget that most people are good and it is a few jerks who make it hard on everyone else. God bless and I look forward to your next TH-cam adventure.
The thieves seemed to know their way around the store. I’m so sorry this happened again. It’s a terrible feeling to have people steal from you. I hope you don’t give up. You have built a wonderful place for honest people to enjoy and shop for unique and interesting things!
It saddens me that somebody can be so heartless to do something like this to such a kind and gentle person. Maybe you should consider getting a guard dog. My cousin has a vicious chihuahua that can spark fear in any man! Don't give up on your dreams, kind sir.
Chihuahuas think they’re lions, plus make a heck of a noise.
Buy an antique safe, that matches the decor, for the valuables.
In Ground Floor Safe.
Thank you for providing a nice diversion from this crazy world. I can only imagine how violated you must feel. Please take a little comfort in the fact you help many to forget their problems for a brief time sometimes at the expense of your own.
It's hard to get something to watch that doesn't make you feel worse. But your videos help. Take care and don't lose your boyish enthusiasm.😊
If anyone can overcome adversity and make the world a better place in the process, it's you. Maybe something really awesome will come from all of this in ways you couldn't imagine. Hang in there!
I agree with others, the person stealing soda is female. It's a couple.
It is teens who have been in the store what have been in the store before. They seem to know where the soda is and where the sports cards are located. The body frames indicate someone who is in their late teens.
So sorry to hear this! It seemed to me that the first person was small...perhaps female, and they both seemed to know right where they wanted to go. They moved with purpose but not frantically. I would guess they have been in your store a few times and may be on camera without all their burglary gear.
That's what I was thinking, that they may be on camera when they cased his store.
You are not alone. I have come to the conclusion that I can not trust people. We all have experienced loss in many forms. It hurts, but it makes us guarded. Be safe and know that you are so blessed beyond what you can comprehend. And you have friends here that care . So many responses mean you are loved. Life is hard, but you are doing what you love, so never give up on your calling. I lost my dog and my cat and I am so saddened, but I gave a homeless kitten a home and its joy, because its love.
I'm so sorry that has happened too many times. Sending Healing Love, Light and Blessings of Protection to you and your family. May you and your endeavors be forever protected from danger and invasion! 🙏❤🤗
Focus on the "I'm Pissed Now" emotion in you!! Let that lead you, while you fortify the building! Don't let the hurt emotion surface, and crumble you. You are full of strength and character! You got this!
Notice how hurt he was at the beginning and how buoyed he was at the end? That's a snapshot of how people process dealing with anger. You don't need to be angry to have resolve. You are correct in assessing his character, and he will do what's best for him.
I knew about one other break-in, but didn't know this was the third. Maybe instead of a contractor to help secure the building you could hire a professional security service to advice you on protecting your place. They may even have experience with heritage structures.
@@lisag2922 Alex definitely said “not one, not two, but THREE” break-ins.
I'm so sorry people think they benefit from taking from others...
You are providing something fun not only for your community but for your community from afar.
Thank you to you and your family for the joy you share with us all.
So sorry, they have no respect for anybody's dream. Just thieves.
I was surprised to hear this was 3rd break-in. I missed details of the 2nd one. The car break-ins in my area have risen dramatically this year, as is porch pirating. We know you don't want to compromise the store's vintage appearance, but a mighty fortress is now called for.
The law doesn't allow it.
I'm so sorry. My home was vandalized few days ago too. These horrible mean spirit evil people must be punish! Do not give bup in your dream. Prayers to you.
Your positivity is infectious. My father passed a year ago in September, and I see a lot of him in you. I look forward to each and every video you put out. I look forward to more car vids too!!!
I’m so terribly sorry for your loss. Sending healing prayers up for you.
People really can be the lowest of the low, I'd definitely agree that that's a female and then a male who broke in, and they knew where they were going so have been in before, probably only recently. Might be worth looking back through the CCTV in the days leading up if you haven't already. Chin up and keep pressing on :)
You know they have been in before when they go direct for goods.
I’m sorry about what has been happening to you guys. You are such a brilliant light, please don’t let the darkness of the world take that away from you
I love some of the ideas folks had about the high decibel alarms and strobe lights. I’d definitely look into a guard dog too. I’m so sorry this happened to you. You’re such a great guy and it saddens me that this keeps happening to you. Have you submitted your video to the TV stations to show to help catch these thieves?
When you picked them up on your security camera they were covered up aware they were on camera while they helped themselves to your inventory. They will be back! They appeared younger be prepared for them next time they drop by. Get creative!
By creative I didn't mean alligators manning the store but boy would they be surprised. I mean ways to cut down your security cost while you secure your place. I'm positive you can do it.
By creative she means take a 1930s vintage baseball bat to their heads
Alex, I'm grateful that you've decided to not let this "mark the end" of something you love doing and have worked so hard to maintain. I discovered your channel when you did the Potter House series and that alone told me what you and your wonderful family are made of. Keep that light shining brightly that emanates so naturally from you. This sad event has already made you a wiser person and that is something that no one can ever take from you. Much love to you and your family and all your friends, always! You are an inspiration to me, thank you.
My uncle is going through this currently at his bike shop. Maybe roller shades on the inside tastefully disguised. Doors? Hoping you strong Canadians build some strong steel doors and secure frames to secure your store.