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Clarksville Police Department gives Crime Prevention Tips for Remodeled, Vacant, For Sale, Moving Out Homes

Clarksville Police Department - CPDClarksville, TN – Recently, the Clarksville Police Department has taken burglary reports involving Remodeled/Vacant/For Sale/Moving Out Homes.

Between September 1st, 2014 and November 18th, 2014 a total of 17 homes in the above-mentioned categories have been burglarized in various locations in Clarksville.

It appears that the suspects responsible for these burglaries know the status of the homes possibly by For Sale signs, dumpsters that are visible to the public or advertisements posted in various advertising outlets.

Also, the suspects may appear, to other residents, that they belong at the homes by posing as individuals responsible for the upkeep of the homes, as moving companies, as individuals working for appliance companies, etc.

In several of the burglaries there has been evidence of forced entries, especially kicked in doors.

The most popular items taken from these homes are appliances, light fixtures- including ceiling fans, tools, and bathroom items- toilets and vanities.

How can the public help?

Be extra vigilant in keeping your eyes and ears open to what is occurring in your neighborhood and report suspicious persons and/or suspicious activity to the CPD immediately.

Be mindful of the following:

  • Call 9-1-1 immediately if you notice signs of forced entry.
  • The suspect(s) may case out their potential targets during the day and return when it is dark.
  • The suspect(s) often gain entry through a back or side door of the vacant home.
  • Once inside the property, the suspect(s) may utilize flash lights or head lamps so as not to turn on lights inside and you may observe beams of light coming from the property.
  • Make note of suspicious person(s) descriptions and vehicle license plates if you can do so safely, and share the information with police immediately by calling 9-1-1.
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