It's no secret that crime is increasing every year
and is invading that once were considered safe communities. Crimes
against properties occur, on average, 20 times every minute with an
estimated one thousand dollars of property stolen in each case.
Burglary is a crime of opportunity where entry is gained due to the
carelessness of homeowners. Single family homes are two times more
likely to be burglarized than apartments. While receiving a lot of
publicity when it happens, hotels and motels account for less than 30 %
of all burglaries.
Few people really bother about security until something
happens to them, or a neighbor. The public's complacent attitude is the
burglar's best friend, and your worst enemy.
While burglars typically target a home when no one is
home, if you happen to surprise one in the act, avoid intervening. Your
chances of being injured are too high. Instead, if possible, call the
police. Too many homeowners have attempted to defend their property with
a weapon - only to end up having it turned to themselves. |
