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CRIME PREVENTION TIPS<= /o:p>

 

The best tools to stop crime are your eyes!
Please call 911 or 978-462-4440 immediately if you see anything suspicious = in your neighborhood!

 

·      =    Many burgla= rs will spend no more than 60 seconds attempting to break into a home.  M= ake sure every external door has sturdy, well-installed deadbolt locks. =

·      =    Sliding gla= ss doors offer easy access if not properly secured.  You can secure them = by installing commercially available locks or by putting a broomstick or wooden dowel in the inside track to prevent  the d= oor from sliding.

·      =    Never hide = house keys under the door mat or a rock that is near your door.  Most burgla= rs know this trick.  Instead give an extra key to a trusted neighbor.

·      =    When you mo= ve into a new house or apartment, have a competent locksmith re-key or replace= the locks.

·      =    All outside= doors to your home should be metal or solid wood.

·      =    Install a peephole in all entry doors so you can see who is outside without opening t= he door.

·      =    Don't use d= oor chains; they break easily and don't keep intruders out. <= /p>

·      =    Prune back shrubbery and trees as to not obscure windows and doors. =

·      =    Install out= door floodlights or motion-sensor lights to eliminate any areas where someone mi= ght hide on or around your property.

·      =    When you go= out of town, give your house that " lived-in lo= ok " by putting a few of your lights on timers.  Also, stop your mail and newspaper delivery or have a trusted neighbor pick it up for you.

·      =    While drivi= ng, lock your doors and roll up your windows.  Park in a well-lit area and keep all valuables out of sight and in the trunk.

·      =    While walki= ng, avoid isolated areas.  Walk confidently and with another person if possible.  Don't carry a lot of cash and avoid wearing anything that w= ould attract unwanted attention like expensive furs or jewelry.

·      =    When answer= ing the door, never a stranger in for any reason.

·      =    Always ask service people for identification before letting them in your house.  = You may want to contact the company they represent to verify their identity.

·      =    Never, ever= pick up hitchhikers.

·      =    Beware of a stranger who approaches you with a "great" business opportunity.  If it sounds to good to be tr= ue, it usually is.

·      =    Don't leave anything, such as ladders or tools, lying around that can be used to break = into your home.

·      =    If you are a female and you live alone, don't advertise it by putting "Miss Jane Doe" on your doorbell or mailbox.  Just put the initial of your f= irst name and your last name, "J. Doe".

·      =    Mark all yo= ur valuables with your license number.

·      =    ever leave your keys in your car for any reason.

·      =    Never leave= your car doors unlocked.

·      =    If possible, choose a parking lot with an attendant.

·      =    Write down = and report to the police license numbers on vehicles used by suspicious persons= in your neighborhood.

·      =    Remove any identification from your personal key ring.

·      =    Consider installing metal grills on windows, but be sure they are easily removed from the inside in the case of a fire or other emergency.

·      =    Ask a trust= ed neighbor to watch your home while you are away.

·      =    Be aware of= your surroundings - know who's out there and what's going on. =

·      =    Trust your instincts. If a situation or place makes your feel uncomfortable or uneasy, leave.