VideoIQ: Demystifying Self-Learning Video Analytics

Source: VideoIQ | Date: 11/13/2013 Related tags: VideoIQ , Video analytics When speaking of animate vision it is also referred to as response driven learning process where the lessons are learnt from others, learning through corrections and feedback, the more interactions with “teachers”, the faster the learning process. Response and feedback can also come from interactions with the environment. The typical example of a hot stove or a thorn, by injury it is identified as a mistake. Whether through concepts from bootstrap process or from response process, the learning process is continuous. When an object is “seen”, there is a complex and sophisticated neural network that is continuously learning behind the scenes that enables the gift of sight to be taken for granted. VideoIQ introduces the B.R.A.I.N model which will enable cameras that are programmed to mimic this neural network model, which “learns” through interactions with the environment. When a camera is first powered on, its field of view is new and unfamiliar, much like humans in an unfamiliar environment, instinctively attempts to identify everything that seems recognizable in form or function, overtime becoming familiar with the environment recognizing placement. Thus if additional items were to appear in the line of vision, the camera might first classify it as a suspicious object. However should the item be still in the environment over a period of time, the camera will “learn” that it is where it belongs, overriding the initial placement of items. Not only does it “remember” or “learn” […]

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CMU Facial Recognition Technology Could Be Future For Catching Criminals

(Photo Credit: KDKA) PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Much like fingerprints, our faces are unique – no two exactly alike. As human beings, we see the differences, but what can a computer see? In the movie “Minority Report,” cameras in a shopping mall recognize Tom Cruise’s character and ads speak directly to him. While that’s fiction, new technology at Carnegie Mellon University is not. Inside the CyLab Biometrics Center at CMU, is a drone that’s programmed to seek out faces. It wants to take your picture. And in the next room, is something they’re working on for the Department of Defense. The camera the drone uses can see someone’s eye form a distance and then the system checks to see if that person has been entered into its database – or is a possible security risk. But the center’s director Mario Savvides showed us something remarkable. They started by taking a picture of KDKA’s David Highfield and adding it to their computer. “First step, we analyze the face to extract 79 landmarks,” said Savvides. It mapped out his face and then determined that he’s male and Caucasian. It’s similar to the fictional mapping seen on many TV shows, where detectives compare faces. But at CMU, from a single picture of Highfield looking straight forward, “We are able to show if we can generate a 3-D model of your face from that single 2-D photo,” Savvides said. The computer is able to figure out what he looks like form a variety of […]

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Seattle: The Surveillance Camera Man

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His favorite targets include the homeless, Asian shop owners, security guards, and cabbies. With an unwavering stare and nerves of steel, he aims his video camera at them, seemingly intent on eliciting anger, confusion, and anything else his unwilling subjects care to muster. Known only as Surveillance Camera Man, this provocateur’s YouTube videos have become viral, controversial hits, most yielding over 100,000 views. He’s uploaded five compilations since October 2012, each following a simple template: SCM, as we’ll call him, walks up to a stranger, usually in a public space, and silently trains his lens on them. When the subjects wonder why they’re being filmed, his response is almost always the same: “Just taking a video.” (SCM’s face is never seen.) Each compilation runs 4 to 6 minutes and contains several clips of SCM annoying people in various locations. The clips appear to be shot with a tiny camera or cell phone, adding to the target’s initial confusion about what’s happening. “It’s not easy to sum up the recipe of a viral video,” says Brad Kim, managing editor of Seattle’s Know Your Meme (part of the Cheezburger family of websites). He cites the “repetition of a single motif, brevity in length, elements of drama and surprise. And with the case of Surveillance Camera Man in particular, voyeurism and timeliness.” With Edward Snowden and the NSA surveillance scandal as a backdrop, SCM’s videos might arguably be making a political/artistic point. In one early reel, he alludes to the ubiquity of […]

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University Of Minnesota Pushing Back Against Recent Robberies

Updated: 11/12/2013 10:48 PM Created: 11/12/2013 10:45 PM KSTP.com By: Tim Sherno Following an attempted robbery at gunpoint on the University of Minnesota campus, University President Eric Kahler promised additional measures to ensure the safety of students and faculty. In the letter, Kaler says the University will allocate additional resources to put more police foot and bicycle patrols on or near campus, continue working with Minneapolis police and the Gopher Chauffeur escort program. Kaler says the University is safe, the campus is open to the public and is therefore vulnerable. He said the University will also add to 1700 security cameras already installed on campus. On Monday, a man approached a woman in Anderson Hall, a classroom building on the West Bank campus in Minneapolis, and showed her a gun before demanding her backpack and then fleeing. He remained at large on Tuesday.  

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Columbia SC City Council Propose Hundreds Of Security Cameras Throughout City

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Some 400 more security cameras would be installed throughout Columbia next year if a proposal discussed Tuesday by City Council is implemented. The cameras would be at roughly 100 locations – four cameras per location, assistant city manager Missy Gentry told council Tuesday afternoon in a workshop session. “This will be a significant change from what we’ve done in the past,” Gentry told council members. The city already has security cameras in city facilities and in a limited number of public places. And the Five Points restaurant and bar area is saturated with some 200 security cameras financed in large part by the Five Points Association, a group of local business owners. Video from those cameras is made available to law enforcement, which has used them to solve major violent crimes. “The whole focus (of the new cameras) will be on capturing everything, vehicle-wise and pedestrian-wise, that’s coming into the city, mostly on the main arteries,” interim police chief Ruben Santiago told council. “But we want to be very mindful that they aren’t in a neighborhood pointing at someone’s house,” he said. Gentry said the city will own the data from the cameras, but will not own the cameras themselves. The camera operator will keep the video from the cameras, which will be active continuously, for 45 days. During that time, police can retrieve video from a specific time and place if need be. Current plans call for signs to be placed near the cameras warning people the area […]

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Axis IP-cameras Secures Mindtree East Campus

Mindtree East campus is a large facility with over 1200 mindtree “’minds” walking in each day. The management was looking for an effective way to enhance their monitoring with respect to the safety of the entire premises and all visitors and staff. Total of 68 network cameras were deployed across 6 floors with an area of 107,000 sq ft. CONCERNS The implementation has brought a number of benefits. Apart from the cameras, the organization has also deployed its own Mindtree Manage Mind VMS and Video Analytics on standard off-the-shelf servers to address the below challenges: The head of security and senior security officers are constantly on the move and needed quick access to live video and recorded feeds. The head of security is located in a different campus located across the city. Entry to certain areas within the campus such as data centers, finance bay and hardware labs is highly restricted. Security officers need to be alerted as soon as anyone enters these areas. Security officers watching the video feeds from the control room wanted to be able to create incidents and assign them to specific security officers. Ensure that service entrances were not mis-used. For example, vehicle parking at service entrances is restricted to duration of loading/unloading of goods and equipment. Security officers wanted a quick mechanism to assess all security incidents that occurred during the day. Guards frequently moved out of their position especially after office hours and during the weekends. Web browser-based clients enable security officers […]

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Panasonic Video Surveillance Technologies Achieve DIACAP Pre-Certification

Panasonic System Communications Company of North America, a leading provider of integrated security and surveillance solutions, today announced that a range of its video surveillance technologies have been pre-certified as compliant with the security and risk management requirements of the United States Department of Defense (DoD), verified by the Department of Defense Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP). Based on stringent testing processes, Panasonic’s ASM200 video management software and seven IP network-enabled cameras have been pre-certified for operation as part of a DIACAP certified system. Serco Inc., a leading provider of professional, technology and management services, served as the certification authority responsible for assessing the technology and providing a DIACAP recommendation. DIACAP certification is an intensive requirement that validates visibility and control for the secure operation of all information technology systems that operate on a DoD network. It ensures that risk management is applied to information systems within the DoD in order to protect personal privacy, the information environment, and other missions reliant upon shared information. Full DIACAP certification requires that a complete security system receive the recommendation of a certification authority, pass the review of a designated approval authority and be tested as a comprehensive, integrated solutions package before becoming eligible to receive authorization to operate as part of a DoD network. The range of Panasonic network cameras evaluated by Serco is now pre-certified to work as part of a system authorized to operate (ATO) in accordance with DIACAP requirements. Panasonic designs and deploys complete end-to-end security […]

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AirLive Introduces New Network Video Recorder CoreNVR 9

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By Andy Ball on November 13, 2013 airlive AirLive, one of the most advanced worldwide brands for networking and communication equipments, introduced a new 9-channel network video recorder AirLive CoreNVR 9. The new addition to the wide variety of AirLive surveillance system products is the new, 9-channel Network Video Recorder AirLive CoreNVR 9. It is a device designed for smaller IP camera surveillance systems. As the description suggests, it is possible to connect up to 9 IP cameras with maximal resolution up to 5 megapixels. AirLive cameras on the network are automatically recognised and connected. AirLive CoreNVR 9 is built on the ARM Cortex A9 processor and embedded linux operating system. With its detailed and fully configurable software enhancements and high ease of use, CoreNVR 9 can replace a separate computer running surveillance software (eg. CamPro Professional). It contains almost all the features that users expect from a modern video surveillance system, including configurable motion detection, camera protection against attack or misuse, user configurable alarms, disk failure diagnostic, and can alert the operator in several different ways, from acoustic or visual signal, through an e-mail notification, or sending the notice to the HTTP or FTP server. A pleasant side effect of using AirLive CoreNVR 9 is reduced noise, power consumption and space requirements. User don’t need to worry about the storage capacity. AirLive CoreNVR 9 can be fitted with two fixed SATA II hard drives with capacity up to 3TB, plus is equipped with an external eSATA connector that allows […]

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S2 Hybrid Network Video Recorder Supports IP And Analog Sources

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View contact information for this company S2 NetVR 500 Upgrades VMS Solutions While Leveraging Existing Legacy Investments FRAMINGHAM, Mass. — S2 Security Corporation (S2), the leader in IP-based integrated physical security systems, today introduced S2 NetVR(®) 500, a hybrid IP and analog video server network appliance. S2 NetVR 500 is the newest addition to the S2 NetVR series of video management systems (VMS) and follows the release over the summer of the NetVR 100, S2’s all-IP model. “Each new addition to our VR series expands the range of applications available to our enterprise customers,” said John L. Moss, CEO, S2 Security. “With the NetVR 500, users of legacy systems can tap into our advanced, integrated SMS and VMS, as well as our Forensic Desktop search tools.” As a hybrid analog/IP appliance, the NetVR 500 allows users to leverage their existing analog investment, including cameras, associated cables and hardware. The NetVR 500 supports 16 or 32 analog video cameras, plus up to 64 IP cameras. S2’s NetVR products provide advanced video forensics and tight integration of access control and monitoring with video for users of the S2 NetBox, S2 Enterprise and S2 Global products. Real-time video surveillance is integrated into the Monitoring Desktop and Widget Desktop through a common web browser. The home page can display a single camera or multi-camera views. For larger installations, multiple NetVRs can be linked to a single S2 network controller. About S2 Security ?S2 Security Corporation is the leader in IP-based integrated physical security […]

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OnSSI Announces New Manufacturer Rep Firm For Upper Midwest

Material Handling Wholesaler Cover OnSSI announced that Core4 Technologies of Bloomington, MN will be representing sales for the company’s flagship Ocularis Video Management Software platform in North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota and Western Wisconsin. With 60 years of collective experience in the security and electrical markets, Core4 will play an instrumental role in further expanding OnSSI’s market share in these important territories. With Core4 Technologies as our manufacturer’s rep in the Upper Midwest, OnSSI can better support our existing customers in the territory while helping us cultivate new business opportunities,” said Brad Anderson, National Sales Manager, OnSSI. Video and event management can be better managed with Ocularis, creating a safer and more controlled environment,” said Ryan Johnson, President, Core4 Technologies. “We are excited to bring this innovative VMS solution to our customers, which we feel will further stimulate OnSSI’s growing presence in this sales territory.” Related Articles Yale takes home Aurora Award for exceptional operator training program – November 13, 2013 Felling Trailers online auction of pink trailer benefits breast cancer prevention and support – November 13, 2013 Toyota unveils grand opening of North American national headquarters – November 06, 2013 UTi named “National Carrier Partner” by Niagara Bottling – November 06, 2013 C&U Americas moves to larger facility – November 06, 2013 IDEAL names new business unit manager for precision tool group – November 06, 2013 Rimrock becomes RIA certified robot integrator – November 06, 2013 CLARK appoints new chief financial officer – November 04, 2013 Mike Weisburn […]

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QNAP Turnkey Solution Benefits Large Scale CMS

14-11-2013 QNAP Security has recently unveiled its powerful Linux-embedded and highly reliable Viostor CMS (Central Management System) – VSM-4000U-RP and VSM-2000. The Viostor CMS, with the ability to manage up to 1,024 channels, is designed as a turnkey solution for centralised monitoring, device management and event management with multiple Viostor NVRs distributed at different locations, especially suitable for large-scale surveillance deployment.“ The Viostor CMS is a unified platform for surveillance projects of various sizes. With the CMS client software installed on their PC, users can easily set up a surveillance center to efficiently capture each monitored channel,” said Peace Kuo, product manager of QNAP Security. “The Viostor CMS can help control centre managers, event examiners and project installers centrally control monitored areas, retrieve video footage of events efficiently and configure the system quickly.” The Viostor CMS is extremely easy to set up. Administrators can enjoy effortless system set-up and manage the CMS on any PC with the CMS client software installed. Featuring solid hardware design and reliable software performance, the Viostor CMS coupled with Viostor NVR is engineered to provide an exceptional surveillance turnkey solution. In large-scale surveillance deployment, configuring numerous NVRs and IP cameras is always a big challenge. The Viostor CMS allows administrators to manage and configure scattered devices easily on a central system, greatly reducing time and effort on system configuration and management. The Viostor CMS features centralised event management with the support of E-map based event alert. Whenever red indicators appear on the E-map, administrators […]

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Axis Cameras Help Secure Korean Airport Customs Workload

Source: Axis Communications | Date: 11/14/2013 Related tags: AXIS , airport management solution , X-ray scanners , airline security management Mission Gimhae Customs, located in Gangseo-gu, Busan, has jurisdiction over Gimhae International Airport, the gateway to Korea’s southwestern area which handles an average of 75 airplanes, including Korean Air and Japan Airlines, carries 9500 passengers. Gimhae Customs imports repair parts, communication devices and marine engines, small quantities of urgently needed samples and advertising items, exporting agricultural and marine products. The nature of the air cargo needs to be handled efficiently and rapidly while blocking the inflow of illegal items. Separate reading rooms are used for each of the 4 X-ray scanners without surveillance cameras caused difficulty for workforce management, with no separate monitoring system, leading to frequent disputes about lost and damaged items. To resolve these problems and proactively respond to changes in environment of the airport, Gimhae Customs introduced a suitable monitoring system to enhance surveillance competency Solution Gimhae Customs wanted a solution to minimize civil complaints and enhance speed and accuracy of monitoring and tracking, Gimhae Airport surveillance system is using Axis P5534 and Axis P3304 for capability of smoothly interfacing for more unified operations while providing high-definition video surveillance for clear and intuitive monitoring. The International Arrival Hall’s special environment and low ceiling height, a camera with ability to monitor a wide area is required for each carousel. Axis partner Darwin System used high-definition network cameras and built an effective system capable of monitoring all processes […]

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VidSys Shares Findings From Its Fourth Annual National Security Survey

Survey respondents report a rise in the number of new systems and technologies managed within their organisation

Published on 14 Nov, 2013 Survey respondents report a rise in the number of new systems and technologies managed within their organisation Survey findings reveal budget to be the single largest obstacle to the advancement of security organisations VidSys , a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, recently shared a preview of findings from its fourth-annual National Security Survey.  This year’s survey of senior-level IT and physical security professionals, once again includes responses from a mix of public and private organisations. Survey findings indicate that risk assessment and management are appearing with greater frequency on the C-Suite’s agenda, becoming a priority in driving security decisions for agencies and organisations across all sectors. Aligned with this prioritisation, survey respondents report a rise in the number of new systems and technologies managed within their organisation as well as the number of external agencies and organisations with which they coordinate.  Survey findings also reveal that, while budget continues to be the single largest obstacle to the advancement of security organisations, the financial woes of recent years slowly are receding, with fewer of this year’s respondents noting budgetary concerns as a stumbling block to the development of their security programs compared to years past. Research Highlights Organisations are Increasingly Focused on Risk Reduction Respondents said the need to create a common operating picture across all security systems is the biggest driver of security plans for the next 12-18 months (22 percent), while the need to reduce risk to the organisation […]

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Alan Waxenberg Joins Polaroid Professional Security Solutions As VP Of Sales And Marketing

Polaroid Professional Security Solutions highlights quality products, premium integrator support, outstanding technical service and innovative solutions

Published on 14 Nov, 2013 Alan Waxenberg joins Polaroid Professional Security Solutions as vice-president of sales and marketing To create and direct strategic sales, marketing and alliance plans, 30-year security industry veteran Alan Waxenberg has joined PRD International, manufacturer of Polaroid Professional Security Solutions , as vice-president of sales and marketing. “Alan’s wealth of senior-level sales and marketing management experience will help drive our vision of becoming a major international solution provider of professional surveillance solutions to our integrators and customers,” says Allan Markoff, CEO of PRD International. “His passion to excel and personable style are recognised throughout the industry. We’re fortunate to have an individual with his talent and business achievements on our team.” Waxenberg was most recently at SolidWitness, a firm he founded in 2005 that offers a broad range of security and surveillance related consulting services. These services range from review of an existing facility’s system to feasibility/cost projections for renovating or systems upgrades. SolidWitness will continue to provide its services under the direction of the company’s prominent industry consultants. Waxenberg has extensive experience in the areas of video surveillance solutions, video analytics, network security, sales engineering management and sales training/development. He has held management positions at Intergraph Corp , Avid Technologies , Avermedia , Video Insight and Sentry360 . “To elevate the Polaroid brand, we plan to deliver pinnacle surveillance solutions and technologies,” states Waxenberg. “Polaroid’s key messages will highlight quality products, premium integrator support, outstanding technical service and innovative solutions.”

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Brazil Fifa World Cup 2014 Lifts IndigoVision With Video Surveillance Deal

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Fifa World Cup 2014 will be held in Brazil in between June – July 2014 and the government has started preparations for this much awaited and world renowned event almost two months ago. Brazil is hosting Fifa World cup for the second time (Fifa was held in brazil for the first time in 1950) and will be the fifth country to have hosted the world twice after Mexico, France, Germany and Italy. Thirty two country football teams will be taking part in this event and will be playing in 12 cities located throughout Brazil. Meanwhile, Indigo Vision, a well known video security specialist has been awarded three major projects including the contract for Fifa 2014 in Brazil. The Edinburgh company admits that it will provide video IP systems, cameras and video storage for at least one FIFA venue in Brazil. Additionally, the government of Brazil has also awarded a new project to Indigo Vision which is to provide all the needs related to video surveillance to its Sao Paulo International Airport. It is also reported that Indigo Vision will now on provide video surveillance services to preserved colonial city, Olinda, which is one of the major tourist attractions in Brazil. In a recent press release, Indigo Vision has also announced that it has plans to release exclusive products such as 20 MP cameras and an explosion proof camera range for the FIFA event. But the company added that the said new products will not be restricted to the event […]

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Lowell, MA Police Deploy New Surveillance Vehicle

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Press Release – For Immediate Release Contact: Public Information Officer: Captain Kelly Richardson Krichardson@lowellma.gov Office: (978) 674-1709 New Tool in Crime Detection and Deterrence LOWELL, MA (November 13, 2013) Lowell Police will be rolling out a new tool to help combat crime and disorder in our city. A Lowell Police van that has been refurbished is now equipped with video surveillance capabilities. The cameras will be obvious to an observer and the van will be clearly marked as belonging to the Lowell Police along with its surveillance capabilities. These cameras will allow for the recording of incidents in close proximity of the van even in low light conditions. Records of those legally obtained recording will be maintained and if needed will be used for the identification and prosecution of individuals involved in illegal activity. This van will be clearly marked as such in hopes that it will also have a deterrent effect on any crime or disorder in or around its stationed location in the city. The first roll out of this new tool will be in an undisclosed location in the city this weekend

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Mirasys Agile Virtual Matrix And Mirasys Geospatial Mapping To Launch At FinnSec 2013

Tue, Nov 12, 2013 02:00 EST Mirasys Ltd., one of the leading suppliers of open platform Video Management Solutions, will launch the Mirasys Agile Virtual Matrix and Mirasys Geospatial Mapping applications at the FinnSec 2013 fair. Designed for the need of large surveillance systems, Mirasys Agile Virtual Matrix and Mirasys Geospatial Mapping make it vastly easier to design and run large scale security centers. Mirasys Agile Virtual Matrix Mirasys Agile Virtual Matrix allows large scale video surveillance systems to use a multitude of monitors arranged in a synchronized matrix. The monitors managed via Mirasys operator console can be used to view thousands of static and dome cameras, camera tours, IP cameras, analog cameras, I/O devices and virtual cameras in an adaptable and user-friendly environment. Mirasys Agile Virtual Matrix is a powerful and easy-to-use solution for intelligent video surveillance of corporate networks, industrial processes, commercial centers, and multi-office environments – both locally as well as remotely. Mirasys Geospatial Mapping Mirasys has developed a new service to enhance and complement situational awareness systems such as maps in Mirasys VMS. This application allows for easy management of e.g. large-scale video surveillance systems with the help of multi-level maps and CAD pictures – also when the surveillance is done remotely. All administration is done within the system: coordinates and reference data relating to maintenance can be defined for all components of the surveillance system, monitors can be arranged, and layouts can be customized separately for each monitor. This makes their maintenance a lot […]

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CaughtOnCamera: Serial Egg-Throwing Vandal

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Homeowners in Avalon Park, Florida, are eggs-amining the evidence of some neighborhood vandals, who were caught on camera egging a house for the fourth time By Daily Mail Reporter PUBLISHED: 15:55 EST, 8 November 2013 | UPDATED: 15:55 EST, 8 November 2013 Yolks – sorry, folks – in Florida are going to egg-travagant lengths in order to catch a group of teenagers who are repeatedly egging houses, in a case that is proving hard to crack. Homeowners in the Orange County suburb Avalon Park say they are egg-hausted by the vandalism. So much so they have released footage caught on secret cameras of the latest incident in the hope someone will be able to identify the perpetrators. One house has been egged four times. Scroll down for video Egging Egging Egging Watch video here … The drive-by throwing occurred about 11.30pm November 2 on Anastasia Lane. The camera footage, which was obtained by Click Orlando , shows a white four-door sedan pulling up out the front of the house. A male comes out of the car’s sunroof and throws one egg with his left hand. The egg just missed the camera itself. Egging Egging Besides the time it takes to clean up the mess, the the homeowners have also been forced to pain their house after the egging incidents in order to keep up with their Neighborhood Watch regulations. One egg has also caused a big dent above their garage. The family has put the footage they captured on […]

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