Tips on How to Prevent Thefts and Burglaries
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Lock doors and windows to your residence or business including back sliders, garages, and sheds.
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Keep car doors locked including trailers.
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Hide Valuables.
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Remove packages from porch or mail box as soon as possible.
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Install deadbolt or 2nd lock.
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Make sure your yard is well-lit at night and use creative landscaping that would discourage someone from hiding in your yard.
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Install a security system, camera or get a dog.
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Don’t advertise you are away from home.
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Be prepared.
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If you do have a break in call the police immediately. Do not enter the building until assistance arrives.
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All residents are urged to closely follow the restrictions in both the County and State Health Orders. For more information: https://www.mendocinocounty.org/community/novel-coronavirus