Crime & Safety
With Thefts On The Rise, Newtown Twp. Police Offer Safety Checklist
Taking a few minutes each night to check and secure your property can give you peace of mind and help keep your home safe.
NEWTOWN TOWNSHIP, PA — With a recent surge in thefts from vehicles in Newtown and surrounding areas, law enforcement is urging vehicle owners to take the following precautions.
Every night at 9 p.m., take a few minutes to run through this safety checklist:.
- Lock your residential windows and doors.
- Remove all valuables from your vehicle.
- Lock your vehicles.
- Turn on exterior lights, or install motion-detecting lighting.
- Activate security systems and monitor security cameras.
According to police, criminals seek out "easy" opportunities such as unlocked vehicles, or unsecured
residential windows and doors. Taking a few minutes each night to check and secure your property can give you peace of mind and help keep your home safe.
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