Community
Over the past five days, the Janesville Police Department has responded to an increased number of burglaries at various businesses in the City of Janesville. While our detectives are actively investigating these burglaries the Janesville Police Department is asking the community to be watchful for anyone acting suspicious around businesses, and report the suspicious person to the Rock County Communication Center at (608) 757-2244.
Business owners are encouraged to be mindful of extra security measures at closing, such as the following:
Anyone with information on these crimes or any crime is encouraged to contact the Janesville Police Department at (608) 755-3100 or Janesville Area Crime Stoppers at (608) 756-3636. Crime Stoppers tips may also be submitted through the Janesville Police Department page on the City of Janesville website.
Janesville Police ask for extra awareness after an increase in burglaries to local businesses.
Business Burglary Security Awareness |
Business owners are encouraged to be mindful of extra security measures at closing, such as the following:
- Increased interior and exterior lighting
- Ensuring doors and windows are secure.
- Locking interior doors to prevent easy passage.
- Concealing high-value goods from windows.
- Secure cash in an inconspicuous location.
- Recording serial numbers for high-value property.
- Ensure video surveillance systems are operational.
- Ensure alarm systems are set.
Anyone with information on these crimes or any crime is encouraged to contact the Janesville Police Department at (608) 755-3100 or Janesville Area Crime Stoppers at (608) 756-3636. Crime Stoppers tips may also be submitted through the Janesville Police Department page on the City of Janesville website.
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By: Sgt. Thompson |
Date: 3/24/22 |
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Address/Location
Janesville Police Department
100 N Jackson St
Janesville, WI 53548
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 608-755-3100
Benjamin M. Thompson
Patrol
[email protected]
608-755-3138