Holiday crime prevention tips

Members of the Homewood Police Department want residents to enjoy the holiday season this year, but they encourage you to beware of your surroundings.

• Avoid leaving electronics and other items in your vehicle.
• Make sure your residence doors and windows are secured.
• Properly dispose of electronic boxes and gift wrappings.
• Place all used gift wrappings in dark colored trash bags.
• Don’t advertise or alert criminals of recent gifts or purchases.
• Use caution when interacting with solicitors.
• Check on elderly residents who might live alone.
• Request an extra-patrol of your residence if you are going out of town.
• Report suspicious activity to the Homewood Police Department by calling 332-6202.