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Police Highlight Vacation Watch Program In Madison
Are you going away for any of the upcoming holidays? If so, you may want to consider the Madison Police Department's vacation program.
MADISON, NJ — Are you planning a vacation with your family this holiday season?
There is no need to be concerned about leaving your home unattended for an extended period of time thanks to the Madison Police Department's "Vacation Notice" program.
The Madison Police Department will keep an eye on your property while you are away as part of the initiative.
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According to a new report based on FBI data, burglaries increase across several states during the holiday season, but no state saw a greater increase in crime than New Jersey last December.
Compared to the average month, New Jersey burglaries increase 59 percent in December, which is the sharpest holiday-season spike in the nation, according to Porch.
Find out what's happening in Madisonfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Fill out a "Vacation Notice" to have the police department check on your home. The form can be found on the borough's website.
The notice only requests that residents provide basic information about their trip in order for them to protect their homes and property.
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