In March of 2018, Kevin Jameson, owner of Bio-One Fremont, found his truck was stolen during a period that saw over 40 trucks stolen in a 3 month period. Luckily, OnStar helped to locate the truck, but only after a fair amount of drugs were used in the cab. Kevin can confirm he was not alone in this experience.
Law enforcement experts have affirmed that stolen vehicles are often repurposed for various illicit activities by criminals. This includes drug consumption, which poses contamination risks and health hazards for anyone exposed to these vehicles. Here are some common ways stolen vehicles are exploited by criminals:
Transportation for Illegal Activities: Criminals often utilize stolen vehicles as a means of transportation for committing additional crimes, including robbery, burglary, drug trafficking, human trafficking, and contraband smuggling. The anonymity afforded by a stolen vehicle aids criminals in evading detection and executing illegal operations.
Resale on the Black Market: Some thieves target vehicles with the intent to sell them on the black market or to unsuspecting buyers. Stolen vehicles may be stripped for parts, which are then sold individually, or they may be given new identities through fraudulent documentation before being sold to unsuspecting individuals.
Chop Shop Operations: In chop shop operations, stolen vehicles are dismantled, and their components are sold separately for profit. Valuable parts like engines, transmissions, and electronics are removed and sold to consumers seeking cheaper alternatives to legitimate auto parts.
Joyriding and Street Racing: Stolen vehicles are sometimes taken for joyrides or used in illegal street racing activities. Joyriding involves driving stolen vehicles recklessly for excitement, often leading to property damage, accidents, or injuries to innocent bystanders.
Use in Other Crimes: Stolen vehicles may serve as getaway vehicles in the commission of other crimes, such as bank robberies, carjackings, or shootings. The mobility provided by a stolen vehicle enables criminals to quickly flee the scene of a crime and evade capture by law enforcement.
Temporary Shelter or Hideout: Homeless individuals or fugitives on the run may repurpose stolen vehicles as temporary shelters or hideouts to evade authorities or harsh weather conditions. Abandoned or stolen vehicles may be converted into makeshift living spaces or sleeping quarters.
Insurance Fraud: In instances of insurance fraud, criminals may stage vehicle thefts to file false insurance claims and receive payouts from insurance companies. Stolen vehicles may be abandoned or disposed of after the fraudulent claim has been processed.
Overall, criminals exploit stolen vehicles for a range of illegal activities, including transportation for further crimes, resale on the black market, chop shop operations, joyriding, and involvement in other criminal endeavors.
If your vehicle was recently recovered, Bio-One Fremont can assist in removing odors from cigarette and marijuana smoke, or body odor. They can also remove residue form methamphetamine. Once cleaned, Bio-One Fremont will provide you with a Certificate of Disinfection should you wish to sell your vehicle.
In challenging situations like biohazard cleanup or hoarding scenarios, understanding the costs involved is paramount. At Bio-One Fremont, we recognize the importance of transparency in pricing, and we're here to demystify our pricing structure for you.
A common query we receive over the phone is, "Can you tell me how much it will cost to…?" The truth is, every job location is unique in size, square footage, and degree of impact, making it difficult to provide a fixed cost upfront.
However, we are committed to providing clear answers to this question. Upon your request, Bio-One Fremont typically responds in under 60 minutes to your site to develop a detailed project plan and estimate – all at no charge to you.
Here's how we determine our pricing:
When you choose Bio-One Fremont, you can expect complete transparency and clarity in our pricing. We provide a detailed, line-item quote that comprehensively outlines our plan and associated costs. This empowers you to make informed decisions about our services with confidence.
Understanding that unforeseen expenses can be overwhelming, we offer financing options for every job. We firmly believe that everyone deserves access to the support they need without financial strain. Our financing options provide flexibility and peace of mind for our customers.
At Bio-One Fremont, our top priority is to deliver compassionate, professional, and effective services to our community. Our pricing structure reflects our unwavering commitment to providing high-quality results while ensuring transparency and affordability for our customers.
Should you have any further questions about our pricing or services, please don't hesitate to reach out. We're here to assist you every step of the way.
In the bustling real estate market of California, property transactions can be both exciting and challenging. However, amidst the flurry of buying and selling, there's a crucial aspect that cannot be overlooked: disclosure laws regarding deaths on a property. In California, sellers are required to disclose any death on the property within the last three years, regardless of the circumstances. This disclosure requirement can pose a significant hurdle for property owners, especially when faced with the task of selling a house where somebody has died.
Enter Bio-One of Fremont, a trusted leader in biohazard cleanup and disinfection services. With their expertise in handling sensitive situations and their commitment to providing compassionate, thorough services, Bio-One of Fremont offers a solution for Alameda County, Contra Costa County and Santa Clara County property owners navigating the complexities of selling a house with a death disclosure requirement.
One of the most valuable services offered by Bio-One of Fremont is their Disinfection Certification. This certification signifies that the property has undergone a comprehensive disinfection process, ensuring that any biohazards or contaminants associated with the death have been effectively removed. Not only does this certification provide peace of mind to potential buyers, but it also helps property owners fulfill their legal obligations regarding disclosure.
So, how does Bio-One of Fremont's Disinfection Certification benefit California property owners facing the challenge of selling a house where somebody has died?
In conclusion, Bio-One of Fremont's Disinfection Certification offers a valuable solution for California property owners faced with the challenge of selling a house where somebody has died. By providing comprehensive disinfection services and certification, Bio-One of Fremont helps property owners comply with disclosure laws, enhance property value, and provide peace of mind to buyers. With their professional expertise and compassionate approach, Bio-One of Fremont is a trusted partner for navigating the complexities of real estate transactions in California.
Rebecca Wallace, Bio-One owner, recently visited with Arizona Midday to share how the Bio-One team makes a difference on and off the job in Arizona and throughout the United States.
Arizona Midday - "Well we've got some help for your home right now. If you're feeling overwhelmed by a clean-up project, we've got help for you today. Rebecca Wallace is with Bio-One. Hi Rebecca. What is Bio-One?"
Rebecca - "So Bio-One is known for crime and trauma scene clean-up. However, we do a lot more than just that. We help people when there is a hoarding situation, so that they can regain their home and their lives again. We help with infectious disease decontamination, rodent droppings, odor abatement, basically if you think you might need a respirator to do the job we're the people you want to call."
Arizona Midday - "Wow, that's incredible. It's stuff we don't want to do. What made you decide to get into this line of work?"
Rebecca - "So, me and my husband live in Flagstaff most of the time and we were talking with some first responders and heard how when people pass away or they're hoarders there is no one that can help them. There's just no one who does this kind of work. So we decided we want to be able to help our community, help those around us during a time of need so they can actually move forward in their lives and not have to deal with the mess of maybe things that have happened that they don't want to have to think about."
Arizona Midday - "I love that idea. So in order to help your clients as much as possible, do you work with other companies? Tell me about that if you do."
Rebecca - "Yes, we do. We work with quite a few other companies, because what we do is just a piece of a whole puzzle. So we work with a lot of restoration companies, Best Option Restoration, they are state-wide like us so they can help us anywhere as well. We work with animal rescues, so if there is a hoarding situation that animals are involved in we can get the animals out safely and get them rehabilitated. We work with quite a few non-profits that help first responders if they're in a time of need or crisis. It's across the board. We work with all kinds of different people. Contractors. Mental health professionals. Anyone that can be a piece of that puzzle with us, we want to work with them.
Arizona Midday - "Oh, I love that. So what areas of Arizona does Bio-One cover?"
Rebecca - "We have offices all the way down from Tucson up to Flagstaff, and everything in-between. Our goal is to be able to help our clients within 90 minutes or less if there is an emergency. So we have offices everywhere. Any we're national. We have 120 offices throughout the US as well.
Arizona Midday - "Wow. That's incredible. So you work with businesses. You work with non-profits, but you're also really involved in the community too, right? Tell me about that."
Rebecca - "Yeah we are. It's important for us to give back. Our community is important. We live here. We're part of it. So in 2020 alone, we gave out over 25,000 bottles of chemicals that are approved by the EPA for COVID-19 decontamination. We have blood drives all throughout Arizona to help with the blood shortage. We donate PPE to first responders and victim advocates. And we have BBQ's throughout the state as well for all of our first responders just to tell them thank you for what they've been doing. They work hard and we want to make sure that they know we care.
Arizona Midday - "Rebecca Wallace, incredible work that you're doing with Bio-One. And thank you so much for spending time with us today.
Rebecca - "Thank you for having me."
