Summer Safety Tips from the Munster Police Department
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Talk with your kids about strangers and make sure that they are near you at all times. For older children requiring less supervision, make sure that they are traveling, jogging, or hanging out in groups. 58% of abductions are teenagers.
• Keep your vehicles locked up at all times, even if you are near them at a park or at the pool. Remove all valuables from plain view and use lockers at the pool.
• If you attend a party and choose to consume alcohol, make sure that you select a designated driver who will not consume alcohol to drive you home safely.
• If you go on vacation, make sure to let your trusted neighbors know as well as the Munster Police Department. Encourage your neighbors to report anything suspicious on your property. Make your home look as if someone is there by using dusk to dawn, motion-detecting, and timed lighting and if possible, ask a neighbor to park in your driveway/mow your lawn if possible.
• When discharging fireworks, always follow the town ordinance and make sure an adult is present