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Safety Tips for the Shopping Season
Posted on Nov 25th, 2011

When going shopping:
  • Go with family or friends.
  • Lock your doors when getting into your car.
  • Leave expensive jewelry at home.
  • Keep your purse close to your body, no dangling straps or wear a waist belt.
  • Don’t park next to vans or trucks that don’t have windows in the sides or rear.
  • Lock your car and note your location.
  • Always walk purposefully, keeping aware of your environment.
  • Do not walk out of the stores until you: 1. Remember where your car is parked.  2. Have car keys or vehicle remote in your hand.
  • Put your packages in your trunk. Out of sight, out of mind.
  • Get into your car and immediately lock the doors.
  • Check your rear view mirrors occasionally to make sure no one is following you home.
  • Note: Criminals look for unsuspecting victims. Example: the shopper carrying packages, fumbling for car keys in a dangling purse, trying to remember where the car is parked and talking on a cell phone not paying attention to your surroundings. Be aware of your surroundings and stay alert.
Be Aware, Be Safe and Enjoy the Holidays!