Easy tips to stay safe in your home

It's better to be safe than sorry. The San Antonio Police Department recommends the following crime prevention tips for residents to use in their home:

• Replace or re-key all locks when you move into a new home or apartment.

• Install 1-inch case hardened steel deadbolt locks on all exterior doors.

• Keep windows and doors locked at all times.

• Have curtains or blinds on all windows, and keep them drawn.

• Install a 190-degree door viewer or door scope in your front door. Look before opening your door to anyone.

• Require identification from all repair persons or public service individuals without opening the door.

• Hang up on frightening or obscene calls. Invest in an answer machine and screen your calls.

• On your answer machine message, never say you’re not at home. Just say you’re not by the phone.

• If a prowler enters your home, GET OUT!! Go to a neighbor and call the police.

• If you come home and you think someone is in your home, DO NOT ENTER!!

• Go to a neighbor and call the police.

• Contact the SAPD Crime Prevention Specialist at your substation and schedule a free home security survey.

See the San Antonio Police Department's website for more crime prevention programs and tips.

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