The Prince George’s County Police Department would like to wish our community a Merry Christmas. Over the last 12 days, we’ve put out safety tips. Please take a moment and review them all—many are important to keep in mind year round.
12 days til Christmas safety tip: When shopping online, stick with reputable vendors. Make sure the web address starts with https:
11 days til Christmas safety tip: While out holiday shopping, make only 1 trip to your car w/ your purchases. Or hide them in your car.
10 days til Christmas safety tip: Tis the season for parties. Don’t drink and drive.
9 days til Christmas safety tip: If leaving town, stop your mail or ask a neighbor to pick it up. Newspapers and packages too.
8 days til Christmas safety tip: Ask #pgpd to conduct an area check around your home if you’re heading out of town.
7 days til Christmas safety tip: When you’re done shopping, carry your keys in your hand to quickly unlock your car door.
6 days til Christmas safety tip: Don’t advertise your holiday travel plans on social media sites. That info attracts criminals.
5 days til Christmas safety tip: Just in case, remember undisturbed snow often means no one is home. Ask a neighbor to help shovel if you’re out of town.
4 days til Christmas safety tip: Keep purses close by while in a store. Never leave them in a shopping cart or car.
3 days til Christmas safety tip: Drive safely to your holiday destinations. #PGPD is always on the lookout for aggressive drivers.
2 days til Christmas safety tip: Don’t post pictures of your new gifts. You never know who is online looking for a target.
1 day til Christmas safety tip: After you’ve opened your presents, discreetly discard the packaging to reduce the chance of being burglarized.
Happy holidays!
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