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Chief: 'Don't Let the Spirit of Giving' Make You a Criminal's Target
Criminals love the holidays as much as everyone else, because it’s a perfect opportunity to commit a crime.
Over the past few weeks, I’ve dedicated my column to providing safety tips for shopping on Black Friday and protecting your holiday mail and packages. This week, I’d like to once again provide more general crime prevention advice for the holiday season. Remember; don’t let the spirit of giving lull you into giving burglars, muggers or pickpockets a chance to do their dirty work. Criminals love the holidays as much as everyone else, chiefly because it’s a perfect opportunity to commit a crime. The Grafton Police Department and the National Crime Prevention Council asks you to keep the following tips in mind for a safe and happy holiday season. (For more information, go to www.ncpc.org .) If you’re traveling If you’re out for the …
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