LET’S TALK TURKEY! SHERIFF’S HOLIDAY WATCH CRIME PREVENTION TIPS

by ECM | November 13, 2011 10:39 pm

By Paula Dickenson, USN Retired

San Diego Sheriff Crime Prevention Specialist, Alpine

November 13, 2011 (Alpine) — Thanksgiving. It’s the busiest travel time of the year, and it’s here! Travel safety and prevention tips have taken on a new meaning during tough economic times. Opportunistic thieves may be looking for unprotected homes or pre-occupied travelers. The Sheriff’s Alpine and East County Rural Deputies wish you a safe Thanksgiving Holiday with these safety tips to avoid problems at the beginning of a joyful season!

Safety begins at home

Make sure your house looks “lived-in” when you are away.
Lock all doors and windows, set household lights on timers.
If you have an alarm system, use it to control access points.
Ask a trusted neighbor or friend to watch your house.

Watch out for clever criminals

Do not stop if your car is bumped from behind or if someone says there is something wrong with your car.
Go to a well-lit, populated area and call for help.
Fill the gas tank before dark.
Roll up your windows & lock your doors while you fill the gas tank.
Upon arrival of your destination, remove valuables from your car and lock the doors.

Safety away from home

Carry money separately from credit cards.
Do not overburden yourself with packages to avoid being an easy target.
Stick to well-lighted and well-traveled streets at all times.
Select ATM machines in visible, well-lighted locations.
Do not leave valuables in your hotel room. Most hotels have safes for guest use.
Keep your hotel room door locked, even when you are inside.

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