Cherry Hill Police have released a number of safety tips for shoppers to observe during the final days of the holiday shopping season.
With the final days of the 2016 holiday shopping season quickly approaching, Cherry Hill Police are asking residents to be extra vigilant when shopping.
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Cherry Hill Police have released a number of shopping safety tips for shoppers to heed during the final week of the holiday shopping season. Police are asking shoppers to follow the following tips:
- If you must store packages in your vehicle, lock them in your trunk.
- Be aware of your surroundings and the people around you.
- If you must shop in the evening, shop with a friend.
- Park in well lit areas, and be particularly aware of persons in the parking lot.
- Refrain from activating your car’s remote from a distance.
- Carry only the credit cards you will need. Don’t carry or flash large sums of cash.
- Carry your purse next to your body with the purse flap against you. Men should carry their wallets in their front or inside pockets.
- Have your keys ready when exiting stores.
- Don’t hesitate to notify store security or police if you see suspicious activity.
- If you have to wait for a ride, wait in a busy, well lit area.
- Teach children to go to a store clerk or security guard to ask for help if you become separated.
- Remove all your packages and belongings from your car when you get home.
- Lock your car at all times, even when home.
Residents are asked to call 9–1–1 only if there is an emergency. Cherry Hill Police can be reached on its non-emergency phone number at (856) 665–1200. The police department’s 24-hour information number is (856) 488–7828.
