Whenever warm weather is here crime is often near so please consider these important crime reduction strategies in order to fortify your castle.
■ Securing your garage/shed at all times; an open garage/shed is an open invitation for thieves to remove lawn equipment, bicycles, golf clubs and any other valuables. Denying access is one way to help keep crime out of your neighborhood!
■ Recording serial numbers and photographing your property; unrecorded and unidentified valuables make it difficult for investigators to not only recover your property but also CATCH the thief. Bicycle serial numbers are most commonly located under the bottom bracket where the two pedal cranks meet. Detecting stolen property makes it difficult for criminals to continue to pursue their dreams!
■ Illuminating your neighborhood; dark areas are an open invitation for thieves to migrate and flourish in your community. For less than 20 cents per day one can adequately protect their home and neighborhood. Deterring criminal activity is easily done by just a flip of the SWITCH!
■ Fortifying your castle; having adequate locks (deadbolts, auxiliary locking devices) make it difficult for thieves to invade your home. A free home inspection by your very own Crime Prevention Officers will not only help you safeguard your home but also save you MONEY. Delaying a criminal’s ability to gain access by hardening your target sends the thieves away empty handed!
■ Being involved with your neighborhood watch group; helps protect and watch out for one another's property. Communicate with your neighbors when a suspicious person/vehicle has been spotted in your neighborhood. Neighbors working together are an essential foundation for a safer, happier community.
Please contact the following Crime Prevention Officers for other tips on personal safety:
Officer Jason Keller at 817-421-2192
Officer Scott Rhodes at 972-724-2126
Officer Sam Shemwell at 817-410-3209
