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Don’t let your guard down during the holiday rush. Protect yourself from the real-life Grinches – burglars and fraudsters – looking to ruin your presents and plans. The San Diego Sheriff’s Department and District Attorney’s Fraud Division are reminding people of important safety tips as you make your final holiday preparations.
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Criminals don’t take the holidays off. Instead, they often find more opportunities to victimize people, especially those who are distracted or alone.
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Everyone looks forward to making new, wonderful memories during the holiday season, but for anyone who has ever been a victim of a crime may, it could quickly turn into a year they would rather forget.
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Don’t let a Grinch steal all the presents before they even get under the tree. Thieves or “porch poachers” or “porch pirates” are making their rounds in neighborhoods hoping to find some amazing packages that have been delivered and left on the porch.
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During the holidays, criminals are working overtime and they are looking for any opportunity to steal your purse, wallet or packages when you are out shopping.
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Going out of town this summer? Make plans now to have someone check on your home so you don’t have to worry about it while you’re gone. Sign up for free vacation checks from the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department.
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Leave your porch light on at home on Tuesday, Aug. 2 as part of National Night Out Against Crime to send a message to criminals that they are not welcome in your neighborhood and as a show of solidarity with all law enforcement.
