Home Invasions

Home Invasion Prevention Tips

Home invasions involve offenders targeting occupied homes, often seeking luxury vehicles, cash, or other valuables. Residents can reduce their risk by taking the following precautions:

• Keep doors and windows locked at all times and ensure entry points are secure.
• Install monitored alarm systems, security cameras, video doorbells, and motion-activated lighting.
• Avoid sharing valuables, vehicles, or details about your home and security measures on social media.
• Report suspicious activity, including individuals photographing homes, checking door handles, or vehicles repeatedly driving through neighbourhoods.
• Park vehicles in a garage when possible and consider anti-theft devices or GPS tracking.
• Strong neighbourhood connections help improve safety—keep an eye on your neighbours' homes and ask them to do the same for you.
• Develop a family emergency plan and identify a safe location within the home.

If a Home Invasion Occurs

• Prioritize personal safety and call 9-1-1 as soon as possible.
• Move to a secure location or leave the residence if it is safe to do so.
• Observe suspect or vehicle descriptions only if it can be done safely.

After the Incident

• Do not disturb the scene.
• Preserve any video footage and wait for police instructions.