Holiday anti-crime tips provided by Grants Pass police
From our weekly issue dated December 3, 2008
During the past several years during the holiday season the Grants Pass Dept. of Public Safety has noted multiple incidents of “Thefts from Motor Vehicles” and “Thefts of Wallets and Purses.”
Officer Kevin Blaich offers tips that can help residents throughout Josephine County.
He said that the majority of “Thefts from Motor Vehicles” occur in parking lots mostly during daylight. The majority of “Thefts of Wallets and Purses” usually occur inside retail establishments. Following is a list of suggestions to protect persons and property during the holiday season.
- Make sure someone close to you knows where you are going and when you will return.
- Avoid dark, deserted routes, even if they are the shortest.
- Carry a little extra money for emergency telephone or transportation use.
- When possible, travel with friends or relatives.
- Hold your purse close to your body; don’t dangle it.
- If you put your purse in a shopping cart, secure it to the cart and keep it zipped.
- Don’t overburden yourself carrying packages or groceries.
- Have your key in hand when you approach your vehicle or your residence.
- Be alert to your surroundings and the people around you.
- Carry a cellular phone or pepper spray if possible.
- If someone attacks you: Scream, kick, hit, bite, scratch, etc., do what it takes to get away. Get the best description you can and contact 911.
- At night, park in well-lit areas close to your residence or the building or other site you are visiting.
- Always lock your doors and roll up your windows completely after parking.
- Never leave valuables visible in your vehicle. If possible, lock them in your trunk.
- If you have a vehicle alarm system, make sure you use it.
If you have any further questions or would like a presentation, contact Blaich at 474-6374.
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