🎁Most burglaries happen before the holidays begin, when homes are filled with new presents.
🕒Burglars target late afternoons and early evenings when homeowners are likely to be out or distracted.
💡Using timers for lights or leaving some lights on can create the illusion of an occupied home.
🔑Avoid hiding spare keys outside your home. Instead, give them to a trusted neighbor or friend.
📦Don't leave packages unattended, as it can indicate an empty house. Have a neighbor collect them.
When do most burglaries happen?
—Most burglaries happen before the holidays begin, when homes are filled with new presents.
What time of day do burglaries occur?
—Burglaries often occur in late afternoons and early evenings when homeowners are likely to be out or distracted.
How can I make my home appear occupied?
—Using timers for lights or leaving some lights on can create the illusion of an occupied home.
Should I hide a spare key outside?
—No, it's not recommended to hide spare keys outside. Instead, give them to a trusted neighbor or friend.
What should I do with packages when I'm away?
—Don't leave packages unattended, as it can indicate an empty house. Have a neighbor collect them.
00:00Statistically, most burglaries happen before the holidays begin, when homes are filled with new presents.
03:08Burglars target late afternoons and early evenings when homeowners are likely to be out or distracted.
04:30Using timers for lights or leaving some lights on can create the illusion of an occupied home.
06:38Avoid hiding spare keys outside your home. Instead, give them to a trusted neighbor or friend.
08:13Don't leave packages unattended, as it can indicate an empty house. Have a neighbor collect them.
