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Crime Prevention Tips

Personal Safety

  • Be alert to your surroundings.
  • Stay in well-lighted areas as much as possible.
  • Make eye contact with people when walking.
  • Educate yourself concerning crime prevention tactics.
  • Walk confidently and at a steady pace.

Vehicle Safety

  • Lock the doors.
  • When you park your car, remove all valuables.
  • Lock the trunk or tailgate.
  • Roll up the windows when exiting your car.
  • Use anti-theft devices.

Burglary Prevention

  • Install dead bolt locks.
  • Make sure all lights work.
  • Put lights on timers if going on vacation.
  • Invest in an alarm system.
  • Invest in solid core doors instead of hollow core doors.

  1. City of East St. Louis

  1. 301 River Park Drive

  1. East St. Louis, IL 62201

  1. Phone: 618-482-6600

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