Charlotte, NC

We’ve seen it happen too many times before around here:
Doors unlocked, answering machines telling callers We’re not at home right now, lights not on, hedges or shrubbery obscuring windows … then …
Our house becomes another statistic.

It’s great to hear the residents of Steele Creek are banding together to do something about the recent wave that’s hit their neighborhood. Maybe we all need to follow suit.

Now, some of you are thinking it’s just another Neighborhood Watch thing. No big deal — the thugs will find a way around it. But you’re wrong in this case, because these people are not only vigilant about keepin’ the intruders out … they actually care about their neighbors, and want to help in every way, shape or form possible.
It’s truly a community!! And we could learn from them!

A coupla hints here, though:

• When you go out anywhere, be sure your answering machine/voicemail does NOT say you’re not there!! At best, tell the listener that you’re away from the phone for a moment.” Don’t broadcast your absence!
• Always .. always leave a TV or radio on … and at a decent level. It gives the intruder the feeling that someone might just be inside!
• Be sure to have both back and front porch lights on, as well as at least one light in each room inside!
• Ask a neighbor to keep an eye out on your place. If you’re gonna be gone overnight, ask that person to pick up your mail or newspaper for you!
• Last — but most obvious — lock your doors when you leave. Right … deadbolt them!

Using these ideas, plus a neighborhood watch like Steele Creek has, and you’ll be a lot safer!

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