Amarillo Crime Stoppers – Holiday Crime Prevention

It's the most wonderful time of the year, as the song says!  Christmas time, when you're out being holly and jolly, but there are people out there that want to take advantage of you.  Here's a few tips to keep the Grinch from stealing your Christmas courtesy of Amarillo Crime Stoppers.

First and foremost, when you're out shopping, never leave your car running!  Don't leave your keys in your car, and always lock your doors, even if you're only going to be out of your car for a matter of minutes!

Thieves will actually be walking through parking lots and checking car doors to be unlocked.  If your door is found unlocked by one of them, they'll quickly take your property, be it your purse, presents you bought, even your garage door opener!  Yeah that's right!  Your garage door opener is a key to your house!  They'll take it, follow you home, then plan for the moment to strike and steal your stuff!

The best thing you can do, is protect yourself.  Don't leave your personal items in your car, and never leave your car running with the keys in it!  The best way to prevent crime, is to never give an opportunity to be a victim!

If you have any information about an unsolved crime or a fugitive this holiday season, call Amarillo Crime Stoppers at (806) 374-4400 or submit a tip on-line at Amarillo Police.