Don't Be A Theft Victim

[Columbia Craw]

Guys and Gals,

 

Just a reminder:

 

With the influx of on line shopping and Christmas Shopping, thieves are on the prowl.  Deliveries left on your porch or front step are at the highest risk of the year.  If you shop at shopping centers or malls, place ALL valuables in the trunk or out of sight and park in highly lit areas. Vehicle prowls are at the highest numbers from now through Christmas.

 

Remind your wives, gentleman to NEVER EVER leave their purse unattended, even for one second or when a foot away.

Check your bank statements for debit and on line purchases often.

If you travel, alert your bank or credit union of your destination and the period you will be gone. 

Be aware of your surroundings when shopping and travelling. The best defense is, " don't be there."

Only carry those charge cards or debit card you will actually be using. Leave the rest at home in the safe.

 

Have a safe and crime free holiday season.

 

A retired cop.

[jbsoonerfan]

Good advice. I live in a rural area and have already had a package taken out of my mailbox. I was basically told "happens all the time, especially this time of the year, sorry"

[Bluebasser86]

Thankfully my neighbors are a retired officer, current deputy, retired military, and the county undersheriff. Wouldn't be the best road to come trying to steal packages from. 

[Sam]

Thanks for the reminder. Great information.

 

And don't forget telephone scams. We are getting all types of calls asking for donations.

 

 

[Gundog]

1 minute ago, Sam said:

Thanks for the reminder. Great information.

 

And don't forget telephone scams. We are getting all types of calls asking for donations.

 

 

I always tell anybody calling me for a donation to send me something in the mail and I'll donate. If they don't do that then no deal. 

[BrianinMD]

Good advice, just wish everyone did not packages sitting on top of my mailbox. It is at the end of a 1000ft driveway and not visible from the house. Come home from work to find boxes just sitting on top of the mailbox, all of the delivery companies do it.

 

I do call to complain, get some excuse and it keeps being done the same way.