The Southington Police Department has released some crime prevention tips for the holiday season. When you are shopping: Remember where you parked your vehicle. Always park in a well-lit and well-traveled area. Avoid dark, remote spots. Look inside your parked car before you enter. Check to see if you are being followed. Have your keys in hand when approaching your vehicle. When storing items purchased at the stores, place them out of sight. The best place is in a locked trunk. Do not leave your purse, wallet, or cellular phone in open view. Don’t resist if someone tries to take any of your belongings. Don’t chase someone who robs you. They may have a weapon. Call 911. Lock your vehicle and put up your windows even while you are driving. Only visit automatic teller machines that are well-lit and in a safe location. Be aware of people around you. Carry only the credit cards you need and avoid carrying large amounts of cash. If you make a purchase with your credit card, be sure to obtain the carbons or see that they are destroyed in front of you. Beware of the “good deal” scams. Things are not always what they […]
The Southington Police Department has released some crime prevention tips for the holiday season. When you are shopping: Remember where you parked your vehicle. Always park in a well-lit and well-traveled area. Avoid dark, remote spots. Look inside your parked car before you enter. Check to see if you are being followed. Have your keys in hand when approaching your vehicle. When storing items purchased at the stores, place them out of sight. The best place is in a locked trunk. Do not leave your purse, wallet, or cellular phone in open view. Don’t resist if someone tries to take any of your belongings. Don’t chase someone who robs you. They may have a weapon. Call 911. Lock your vehicle and put up your windows even while you are driving. Only visit automatic teller machines that are well-lit and in a safe location. Be aware of people around you. Carry only the credit cards you need and avoid carrying large amounts of cash. If you make a purchase with your credit card, be sure to obtain the carbons or see that they are destroyed in front of you. Beware of the “good deal” scams. Things are not always what they […]
