by Sheriff Jeremy Shipley

Tomorrow marks the first day of December. With that we are buying gifts and decorating and going different places sharing the joys of Christmas…at least the vast majority of folks. On the other hand, we also have “Grinches” waiting for an easy opportunity to steal our joy by stealing packages being delivered and sitting unattended, taking advantage of homes being left unoccupied more often, and checking vehicles that are unsecured for what may have been left inside them.

Do your best not to provide these thieves any opportunity by using more caution with securing your home and vehicles, having mail or packages delivered to a place or person who will be present to take them, and by reporting any suspicious person(s) or activity in your area.

Help your county law enforcement helping to protect you.

Also, security cameras and security systems make for absolutely amazing Christmas gifts.