Attorney General Patrick Morrisey said,
"As seasonal travel starts to ramp up, crime and home break-ins can also
begin to rise. One of the best things you can do before going hunting or
leaving for a Thanksgiving trip is to make your house seem as though it is
still being lived in even if you are gone."
He provided the following tips to keep
your home safe while you are away for the holidays:
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Do not broadcast your holiday plans on social media sites such
as Facebook and Twitter or on your home voicemail.
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If you have a neighbor or person nearby you can trust, ask them
to keep an eye on things while you are away and collect the newspapers and mail
so they don't pile up.
·
Make sure that all doors and windows are locked before leaving.
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Use light timers to create the appearance that someone is home.
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Keep your valuables safe and locked away securely.
