Crime prevention tips

July 31, 2012 — 3:51pm

CRIME-PREVENTION TIPS:

To reduce the likelihood of becoming a victim:

• Lock all ground floor windows and doors.

• Keep overhead garage doors down, and both the exterior and interior service doors to the home locked.

• Leave exterior lights on at night.

• Put lights and radios on timers to create the appearance of activity within home.

• Keep valuables out of sight and vehicles locked.

Source: City of Edina

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