Did you know: Crime Stoppers’ tips that will help protect your property

From St. Landry Parish Sheriff Bobby Guidroz
St. Landry Crime Stoppers mission is to help solve and prevent crimes and is achieved by providing everyday citizens with the tools they need to protect their neighborhoods, schools and families. According to the FBI, a home is burglarized approximately every 15 seconds in the United States.
All too often we are reporting incidents of burglary, home invasion and robberies.  Burglaries and home invasions have continued to threaten the safety of our homes and of our neighborhoods in Acadiana. 
Prevention is the key, so consider the following to deter burglaries:   
Do not leave ATV’S, generators, or anything of value in plain sight on your property. A chain can deter a thief but it can be cut and your property stolen.
Make a habit of using your alarm and locking windows and doors.
Install a high definition home security camera system. 
Do not leave valuables in clear view when you park your vehicle and remember to lock your doors.
Postpone your social media travel updates until you return.  Updating in real-time alerts others of an empty house. 
Keep valuable property locked inside your home, and in places burglars would not suspect valuable are hidden.
Write down your serial numbers and video all your property in case you are burglarized. If you do not have the serial numbers for investigators it will be harder to recover your property.
Use common sense!  If you see something — say something.  Keep an eye on your neighbor’s properties and report any suspicious activity to law enforcement.
The above information is intended for information purposes only and not for legal advice.
For legal advice, consult an attorney. Questions can be submitted to bguidroz@slpsheriff.com.

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