Stay Safe At Home With Help From The Summit Police

SUMMIT, NJ — The Summit Police Department is reaching out to residents to remind everyone of ways to keep homes safe in the wake of recent burglaries and attempted thefts around the county.

"These trends often move from town to town," Chief Ryan Peters said, "and I want our residents to be prepared."

RELATED COVERAGE: Man Arrested For Burglary Of Multiple Cars In Summit

Police ask that whenever possible, to park vehicles in garages. All valuables and key fobs should always be out of plain view in your car, as well as your house.

All car and home doors should stay locked, and outdoor lighting should be turned on overnight.

Anything suspicious caught or heard by a resident or home security camera should be reported immediately to Summit Police at 908-273-0051.

Summit Police are also offering a free residence security assessment to review your property and help make it less prone to crime.

If you would like to schedule a free assessment, you can do so through the Summit Police website.

RELATED COVERAGE: Nearly $15K Stolen From Westfield Home: Police