As residential burglaries rise around the city, Milpitas Police offer the following tips to protect your home:
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Always lock all doors and windows when leaving home-even if only for a short time.
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Keep all windows and doors closed and locked even if at home and especially at night.
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Keep garage door closed and locked.
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Keep side gates locked at all times.
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Install and use deadbolt locks on exterior doors.
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Install and use a burglar alarm and/or surveillance cameras.
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Put an alarm sign in a prominent location in front of the residence.
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Install motion activated exterior lighting.
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Get to know your neighbors and their associated vehicles.
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Join or start a Neighborhood Watch program.
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IMMEDIATELY report ANY suspicious activities to the Milpitas Police Department.
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Dial 911 for crimes in progress and emergencies.
