Peel Police - Crime Prevention Tips on Protecting Your Home While Away on Vacation

Crime Prevention Tips on Protecting Your Home While Away on Vacation

Region of Peel – Peel Regional Police are reminding homeowners to be cautious while away on vacation as there has been an increase of residential break-ins during the holiday season.  With the inclement weather and snow accumulation over the last few weeks, homes are easily identified as being unoccupied and are made for an easy target for a break-in.

If homeowners are planning to be away, Peel Regional Police are reminding homeowners to have trusted neighbours, friends, or family members check on their residence, including the clearing of snow around entrances, driveways, and garages.

Additionally, homeowners should place interior lights on timers, install external motion sensor lights, and have their mail or papers removed from the front of the residence. If possible, homeowners could also ask a neighbour to park a vehicle in their driveway while they are away.

Peel Regional Police would like to remind all residents to be vigilant in keeping an eye on their neighbourhoods and to report any suspicious activity to the police.

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