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 Below are some tips from the Bayonne Police
Department to help you prevent crimes before
they occur.
- Replace locks on newly
acquired residence.
- Install dead bolt or
pin-tumbler locks on all outside doors
- Install double cylinder
locks on all outside doors that have glass
panels.
- Make sure all moldings fit tightly.
- Doors hinged inside
prevents removal of pins from the outside .
- Install locks on all
windows.
- Install a modern
up-dated electronic security systems.
- Large amounts on money
and other such valuables should not be left at
home.
- Identify party at the
door before allowing entrance to your home.
- Keep outside doors
locked at all times.
- Keep garage and tool
shed locked at all times.
- Remove shrubs and trees
next to your house that can conceal a burglar
breaking in.
- Avoid revealing your
address and phone number to strangers.
- You make the call for
strangers requesting to use your phone.
- Coats and purses of
guests should be placed in a well secured
room.
- Keep a written of
record all valuables with serial numbers.
- Engrave your driver's
license on all valuable property.
- Photographs valuables.
- Should an intruder's
presence be detected, do not confront him/her,
call the police.
- Do not enter your house
if you see traces of forced entry, call the
police.
- When retiring for the
night, do not leave money or personal
valuables exposed.
- Keep a nightlight at
all outside entrances.
- Replace locks
immediately if you lose your key.
- Separate the keys of
your house and auto when leaving your car in
parking lot.
- Don not have any
identifications tags on your key ring.
WHEN ON
VACATION OR AWAY
- Create a lived in
appearance to discourage intruders.
- Do not leave notes on
doors for delivery men, this indicates your
absence.
- Before departing, make
sure all windows and doors are locked.
- Do not leave "hidden
keys" lying around.
- By leaving a key with a
trusted neighbor, he can periodically check
your home.
- Have your lawn
maintained during extended absence.
- Stop all mail and
newspapers deliveries during extended absence.
- Do not publicize your
extended absence.
- Inform local police of
your plans.
- Arrange draperies,
blinds and shades in normal position.
- Have a modern
electronic security system stand guard.
- Acquire timers for
radios and lights.
- Inform your trusted
neighbor where you can be reached.
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