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https://www.eastcountymagazine.org/crime-prevention-vacation-tips <span class="a2a_kit a2a_kit_size_32 a2a_target addtoany_list" id="da2a_8"> <a class="a2a_dd addtoany_share_save" href="https://www.addtoany.com/share#url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eastcountymagazine.org%2Fcrime-prevention-vacation-tips&amp;title=CRIME%20PREVENTION%20VACATION%20TIPS"><img src="/sites/all/modules/addtoany/images/share_save_171_16.png" width="171" height="16" alt="Share this"/></a> </span> <div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-4 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden view-mode-rss"><ul class="field-items"><li class="field-item even"><a href="/taxonomy/term/12009"> June 2012 Articles</a></li></ul></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-5 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden view-mode-rss"><ul class="field-items"><li class="field-item even"><a href="/taxonomy/term/2440">crime prevention</a></li><li class="field-item odd"><a href="/taxonomy/term/12112">Sheriff</a></li><li class="field-item even"><a href="/taxonomy/term/14243">criminal</a></li><li class="field-item odd"><a href="/taxonomy/term/14825">fraud</a></li><li class="field-item even"><a href="/taxonomy/term/16766">burglar</a></li><li class="field-item odd"><a href="/taxonomy/term/17093">vacation</a></li><li class="field-item even"><a href="/taxonomy/term/17094">traveler&#039;s checks</a></li><li class="field-item odd"><a href="/taxonomy/term/17095">tourist</a></li></ul></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden view-mode-rss"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p></p><div><img src="/sites/eastcountymagazine.org/files/2012/June/vacation.jpg" width="200" height="216" vspace="6" hspace="6" border="1" align="left" alt="" /></div> <div> </div> <div> </div> <div>By Paula Dickenson, USN Retired<br /> Crime Prevention Specialist, Alpine and East County Rural Sheriff Substation</div> <div> </div> <div>June 25, 2012 (San Diego's East County)We plan, look forward to and want to enjoy that much deserved time.  It's a vacation!  Whether it's for a couple of days or weeks, don't let yours be ruined by crime.</div> <div> An empty house is a tempting target and opportunity for a burglar.  On the road, you may become a prime opportunity for the criminal with identity theft, auto burglaries and fraud.</div> <!--break--><p></p><div>Here are a few crime prevention vacation tips:</div> <div> </div> <div><b>Before leaving home...</b></div> <ul> <li>Have good locks on all doors, windows, garage and use them.</li> <li>Use timers to turn lights on and a radio on and off at appropriate times.</li> <li>Ask a neighbor to watch the house while you are away. </li> <li>Leave your vacation address and telephone number with a neighbor, for emergencies.</li> <li>Stop all deliveries i.e. mail, newspapers, packages, etc.</li> <li>Request a VACATION CHECK FROM THE ALPINE SHERIFF'S STATION!  Our Senior Volunteers will be more than happy to do this.</li> </ul> <div> </div> <div><b>On the road....</b></div> <ul> <li>Never carry large amounts of cash; use traveler's checks</li> <li>Be aware of your surroundings and never advertise your plans to strangers.</li> <li>Do not stop to offer help to a stranded motorist.</li> </ul> <div><b> </b></div> <div><b>On car security.....</b></div> <ul> <li>Always lock your car after entering or leaving it.</li> <li>Park in well-lighted areas.</li> <li>Check the back seat before entering your car.</li> <li>Lock valuable out of sight.  Carry wallet, checkbooks and purses with you.</li> <li>Do not advertise you are a tourist.  Place maps and travel brochures in the glove compartment.</li> </ul> <div><b> </b></div> <div><b>On hotel/motel security....</b></div> <ul> <li>When occupying or leaving your room, use all auxiliary locking devices on doors and windows. (You may want to purchase a portable door lock for traveling)</li> <li>Use the door viewer to identify anyone requesting entry.  If in doubt, call the hotel/motel office.</li> <li>Arrange your things so you'll know if anything is missing.</li> <li>Never leave money,  checks, credit cards or car keys in the room.</li> <li>Place valuables in the hotel/motel safe.</li> <li>Report any lost or stolen items to management and to local law enforcement.</li> <li>Report to management any suspicious movements in the corridors or rooms.</li> </ul> <div> </div> <div>Remember, the only way to stop crime is to get involved in crime prevention. This is your time to relax and enjoy!  Don't let a criminal take advantage of this opportunity!</div> <div> </div> <div>For additional information, contact Paula Dickenson, Crime Prevention Specialist, (619) 659-2608</div> </div></div></div><ul class="links inline"><li class="addtoany first last"><span><span class="a2a_kit a2a_kit_size_32 a2a_target addtoany_list" id="da2a_7"> <a class="a2a_dd addtoany_share_save" href="https://www.addtoany.com/share#url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eastcountymagazine.org%2Fcrime-prevention-vacation-tips&amp;title=CRIME%20PREVENTION%20VACATION%20TIPS"><img src="/sites/all/modules/addtoany/images/share_save_171_16.png" width="171" height="16" alt="Share this"/></a> </span> </span></li></ul> Mon, 25 Jun 2012 19:27:34 +0000 miriamg 10165 at https://www.eastcountymagazine.org https://www.eastcountymagazine.org/crime-prevention-vacation-tips#comments