Milford police offer holiday safety tips



The holidays are a special time of the year but they are also a time when people are especially vulnerable to burglary, theft and other crimes. The Crime Prevention Unit is offering a few tips in order to reduce the chances of you or your family becoming victims of crime.

Protect Yourself:
 Have your car keys in hand so you don’t have to linger before entering your car. Check the back seat and under the car before getting in.
 Always lock the car doors after entering or leaving your car.
 Try to plan your shopping trip with other people. Don’t shop alone.
 Walk and park only in well-lighted areas. Always be aware of your surroundings; pay attention to any unusual or suspicious activity or persons and report them.
 Never leave your purchases in plain view in your car. If you have more shopping to do, lock them in the car out of sight.
 Teach children that, should they get separated from you in a shopping mall, they should go to a cashier or security person and say they are lost.

Protect your credit cards:
 Secure a list of all credit cards with their numbers and issuer’s names and phone numbers.
 Don’t carry large amounts of cash. It may be a better choice to use debit cards for purchases.
 Carry a small handbag, just large enough to carry your identification, debit/credit cards and your keys. Remove anything not needed during your shopping trip.
 Notify issuers immediately if your card is lost, stolen or misused.
 Examine monthly statements carefully to ensure they indicate the actual amount charged.

Protect your home:
 Be extra cautious about locking doors and windows when you leave the house.
 Don’t display gifts where they can be seen from a window or doorway.
 Teach children not to play with tree lights or electrical connections.
 If you go away, put several lights on automatic timers. Have a trusted neighbor watch the house, remove accumulated snow, pick up the mail, and park in the driveway from time to time.

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