The following tips were provided by the Monrovia Police Department.
Criminals look for easy targets.
Burglars, watch for homes that are dark and seem to be temporarily unoccupied. Residential burglary prevention continues to be a focus of the Monrovia Police Department.
Police officer presence in neighborhoods, investigators working surveillance, following up on leads and tips, and recovering stolen property are all part of preventingresidential burglaries and property crime. Here is what you can do to help:
Lock all of your doors and windows when you are not home. Leave any exterior lights on if they are not sensor activated.
Make sure that all side gates are locked and secured. If you have an alarm system, activate it, even if you will be away for just a few minutes. If you have surveillance cameras affixed to the exterior of your property, make sure you periodically check them to ensure they are working properly.
Ensure that all of your hedges and or bushes are trimmed from the front of your residence so that your house is not concealed from the street.
Never leave old newspapers, mail or door leaflets piled up on the front steps of your residence.
Never leave valuables in plain view from the outside.
If you have valuables, please secure them in either a safe or safe deposit box at your local bank.
Always take an active role in getting to know your neighborhood.
Keep your eyes open to suspicious activity in your neighborhood and always do your part as a good witness.
Never attempt to stop a crime; always call 911.
The most important deterrent in preventing property crime is you, the resident. It is very easy for you to take an active role in keeping your property safe. It is extremely important for residents to discourage a would-be thief and make their job as difficult and time consuming as possible. And if you see something suspicious happening in your neighborhood, do not hesitate to call police and report it.
Vehicle Burglary Prevention
DON'T FILL YOUR VEHICLE WITH GIFTS FOR THIEVES!
It only takes a few seconds for thieves to break into your vehicle and steal your valuables. It only takes a few seconds to remove your valuables and secure your vehicle.
Don't Be a Victim! Auto-burglary prevention starts by limiting the criminal's opportunity to commit the crime and can be accomplished with very little time and effort. Criminals are looking for something to steal - don't supply the valuables. Leaving your valuables in your vehicle instantly makes your car a target for thieves. Take a few seconds to prevent auto-burglary!
The University of Oklahoma Police Department offers great auto-burglary prevention tips. Click on The Police Notebook to visit their website.
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