Get a cellphone with free roaming and a global data plan – AT&T, Sprint, and T-Mobile all offer these plans. Having access to a cellphone can increase security by allowing you to contact people back home, the police, and your embassy. Hide or turn off your home’s wifi before you leave – depending on your service plan, […]
There are many factors that can make your home a better target for burglary than other homes. For example, your house is at greater risk if: It sits on a corner lot (more visible to a browsing burglar and a natural place to stop and ask for directions) It is located close to a major […]
There has been a small spike in license plate and registration sticker thefts in St. Louis this month. Your license plate can be easily taken off of your car no matter where you are parked, home or not. Most thieves only need a screwdriver to take it and there can be major ramifications for you if […]
You may hear the same tips over and over on how to prevent crime or victimization, such as locking your doors and hiding valuables. But here are some tips that you may not have heard before or are not as obvious, but are just as important. Keep your keys in hand – Criminals wait for you […]
Winter is a beautiful season, but cold and snowy/icy conditions can present a lot of safety concerns. Keep these tips in mind to stay safe and warm this winter. Vehicle Safety. Be prepared. Keep a flashlight, ice scraper, warning devices (e.g. flares, reflectors), jumper cables, first aid kit, snow shovel and rock salt or sand, bottled […]