No matter how large or small your city or county, believe me, you are not immune. I too have been a victim of burglary. You probably know someone, family, friend, or neighbor, that has been a victim. I decided to begin writing a monthly article to help educate the citizens of our community as well as others and to provide some proactive steps to take to avoid the possibility of becoming one yourself.
We all become complacent from time to time but it may come at a large cost to you, and although not your intentions or your fault, to others as well. There has been a recent operation of vehicle burglaries (13) in our city, I’m sad to report that a majority of these could have been prevented. In this particular operation, the suspects were seeking guns and money and were successful.
Criminals look for easy targets and will take the opportunity when it presents itself, so let us not present it. Here are some reminders to prevent you from becoming a victim. Always keep your vehicle windows up and your doors locked when you’re not occupying it. Don’t leave wallets, purses, firearms, or expensive property lying in open view inside of your vehicles.
Believe it or not, some firearms taken from unlocked vehicles are taken to later commit violent crimes. Take these items out of your vehicle or secure them within, but out of view. The same applies to your residence and other buildings on your property, keep them locked and secure your valuables.
Camera systems are relatively inexpensive and easy to install these days, they’re well worth the cost and protection. Building a daily habit with a few extra steps when you’re away from your vehicle or home or just turning in after a long day is worth the protection of everything you have worked so hard to own.
I thank you for taking the time to read and share this! I’ll visit with you again next month with a new topic, until then look out for one another!
Best Regards,
Det. Melanie Elliott
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