Home Break-In 

Protect your home from break-ins. Here are simple and effective tips to secure your house or apartment. 

How to prevent burglary

At home, even when traveling? Simple actions to make your home look occupied while you’re away. 

  • Avoid announcing your vacation plans on social media. 
  • Inform a trusted neighbor of your absence. 
  • Ask someone to collect your mail and clear snow from your entrance. 
  • Set your lights on timers to turn on at different times. 
  • Store valuables in a secure place. 
  • Do not leave packaging from new electronics visible for recycling. 
  • Ensure all doors and windows are properly locked. 

Reminder

  • Never confront a burglar. 
  • If your home is broken into, wait for the police before moving anything.