10 Tips on How to Stay Safe During Your Summer Travels

From the Newark Police Department:

Summer means it’s time to travel! So when you are on vacation remember: 

• Carry your valuables wisely. Never keep cash in your wallet. Instead, keep it in an inside pocket and only carry the credit cards you'll need. 

• Do not leave valuables in your vehicle. If you must keep valuables in your car, put them in the trunk so they can’t be seen. 

• Carry a cell phone with you. If someone makes you suspicious or uncomfortable, notify security or call the police. 

• Whenever possible, park and walk in well-lit areas. Be aware of your surroundings, especially the people around you. 

• Carry your purse close to you, with the opening or flap towards your body. Never leave a purse unattended in a shopping cart or in an open office. 

• Do not keep a wallet, credit cards or cash in a backpack. If you are in a crowd, consider carrying the backpack in front of you. Pickpockets can quickly and easily remove items from a backpack without being noticed by the owner. 

• Protect your credit card numbers and other personal information. Carefully dispose of receipts that have a credit card number on them. Never provide credit card information in response to unsolicited calls or emails. 

• Don’t announce vacations. Don’t post on social media sites your intentions of going out of town. 

• If you are traveling for the summer, make your home look "lived in". Have a friend or neighbor collect your mail and newspapers or have your service suspended while you are away. 

• Use timers to turn lights off and on.