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The threat of being robbed is growing like crazy. New scams seem to be popping up every night. Here are a few that are happening in Vegas and some suggestions to safe guard your self.

Sales Man ringing door bells. No one answers he/she tries front door.
Suggestion: Observe and call police non emergency line if they attempt to break into a house. This person is trying to find out if anyone is at home during the day.

Stranger riding bike in Neighborhood. This one is looking for weak spots. Open window, doors, garage doors, etc.
Suggestion: Same as above. Additionally be seen by this person and make it obvious that you are watching them. Do not approach or confront.

Stranger enters home and pretends to be at wrong addressed. This person will act as if they walked into the wrong house and are very embarrassed. Usually enter through garage and have already stolen keys or remote. Suggestion: Call 911 Immediately!

A few suggestions to protect your self.
Know and talk to your neighbors...even if you don't like them or their annoying dog.
Know your neighbors patterns
Ask neighbor to watch your home if out of town.
Street, Yard and house lights on...even when your not home.
Don't leave items of value in the open.
Put things like Keys, wallets, purse, etc out of sight when you are at home.
Be very aware of any professional you allow in your home. What areas he or she has access to and what they can see. Do not leave this person alone at any time.
Always let whom ever is knocking on your door know that you are home even if you don't open the door.
Above all else!!!!!! Be aware of your surroundings! It's the who, what and where kind of thing. Be aware of who's around you at all times. Know what is going on. Know the address or major cross streets of where your at. That info is priceless if you end up on the phone with the police.
Lastly...if you are afraid or feel uneasy, there's a reason for that. It's called the gift of fear (also a good book).

Please my friends......Don't be sheep.