Expecting Holiday Package Deliveries? So Are Thieves
Steps you can take to decrease your chances of being a victim.
While you're away at the malls doing some window shopping for the holidays, bear in mind that thieves are, too. Drive around Smyrna-Vinings and South Cobb neighborhoods and you'll see amazing displays of holiday decorations. But having those Christmas trees and scores of gifts tucked underneath in full public view 24-7 is not a good idea. "If I can see it, so can the criminals," said Atlanta Police Department Lt. Marshall Roberson. "You've got to think about this stuff. Use a little common sense; don't have everything visible to the street from your window." He said that with the holiday season now here, folks will be receiving lots of packages. Those are tempting to thieves too and recipients should take extra steps to ensure secure …
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