Keeping homes, vehicles and other possessions safe is a shared responsibility
A July 1 celebration is the window into a Canadian summer and it’s the time of year when many plan holidays, road trips, activities on the lake, and patio get-togethers. But a Canada Day is only happy if it’s a safe one. With this in mind, the North Bay Police reminds residents that crime prevention is a shared responsibility. The following tips will help keep homes, vehicles and valuables safe from crime.
Home Security Facts and Tips:
Most residential break-ins happen during the day, when the majority of people are not at home.
Lock your doors and close and lock all your windows when you’re away.
Keep your bicycles, scooters, skateboards, tools, ladders and other equipment and valuables indoors or locked in garages or storage sheds.
Do not leave notes or messages on doors or your voicemail service that would indicate that you are away.
Lights on timers are good for giving the impression that your home is occupied whether you are home or away. Install lights on timers in different rooms and have the lights go off at varying times.
If you’re away for a period of time, suspend newspaper delivery and have a neighbour or friend take care of your mail.
Residential alarm systems do indeed offer an increased level of security and some deterrence to criminals. However, they should not be considered as exclusive replacements for other home security measures, but should be used in conjunction with them.
When leaving your vehicle, remember:
Pocket your keys and never leave your vehicle running unattended;
Lock all your doors;
Completely close all your windows;
Remove all your valuables;
Park in well-lit locations and avoid isolated areas.
If you witness any suspicious behaviour in your neighbourhood, please call 9-1-1 to inform police.
