BEWARE: Crime to Watch Out For in Idaho This Fall and Winter

The weather is beginning to get colder, which means residents in Idaho will start spending more time indoors to stay warm. The days have gotten shorter, meaning more time will be in darkness than in daylight. As the temperatures drop and the holiday approaches, crime will go up in the Magic Valley, which is why residents need to be on high alert and take precautionary measures to avoid being a target.

Crime on the Rise in Idaho

There has been some odd behavior over the last few weeks in the Magic Valley, and it continues to happen. With the time changes happening, days will be getting darker soon, and many crimes and most odd behavior in the Magic Valley occur during the night. With the holidays approaching, it will increase the behavior and crime rate, as there will be those that will be looking to steal presents left in vehicles. During the dark cold evenings, some go house to house checking for unlocked cars, to see if they can get inside for change, money, gifts left in the vehicle, and anything else worth value. This is why it is important to invest in security for your home and to take the right measures to protect your vehicles. 

Security Measures in Idaho

Residents in the Magic Valley have been sharing security videos for months of people approaching their front doors in the middle of the night, approaching their vehicles, and other odd instances. These are great example of why everyone should invest in security cameras, doorbell cameras, and security lights. It has put the faces of these criminals on display for residents to keep an eye out for and to let local authorities be aware as well. Remember to lock your cars at night when entering the home, and if possible, pull your car into your driveway, garage, or a safe place. Make sure to bring in any valuables, loose change, and holiday gifts whenever coming into the home at night, so those looking in your vehicle have no reason to enter. 

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Be smart this holiday season, and make sure to be alert and on the lookout for crime and those approaching your home in the middle of the night. You may think it won't happen to you when seeing the videos online, but it only takes one time and you will regret not preparing for if the situation were to occur. Check your cameras frequently, and make sure to set your alarms on your car this winter, because crime is on the rise in the Gem State.