Richmond RCMP is asking residents take extra care this holiday season after a spike in break-ins across the city.
Mounties say they’re investigating an abnormally high incidence of home break-ins, with some of the most common items stolen including jewelry, currency, laptop computers, cellphones, iPods, iPads, and video game consoles.
As a result, the RCMP says it has increased police presence in certain areas of the city.
Richmond RCMP has compiled some tips to keep your home safer from would-be thieves:
*Ensure your home is well lit and consider motion activated lighting or timer activated lighting;
* Keep your doors and windows locked even if you are at home;
* Store your valuables in a secure place or for high dollar items, utilize a security deposit box;
* Get to know your neighbours as they may be the best eyes and ears for when you are away;
* Avoid updating your status on social media while you are away from home;
* Keep your vehicle locked and remove the garage door opener from the vehicle when entering your home.
* Cancel your mail delivery service and have someone remove flyers or newsprint from your home.
