CRIME ALERT – Residential Burglary RD 26
300 Block Pirate Rd (14-5524)
Occurred 7/16/14 at 12:20 p.m.
Resident was home and heard the doorbell ring. She was busy and ignored it. About 30 seconds later she observed a male just inside the rear sliding door, which was open. When she asked why he was in her house, he ran outside and fled in the below listed vehicle.
Loss: None
Suspect Information: MW, 20-30, 5' 10", 160-180 lbs, was wearing a baseball cap, sunglasses, and dark clothing. Suspect was seen leaving in an older model silver sedan, possibly a Nissan or Toyota.
Home Security Tips
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Always lock your windows and doors when you go out, even if for only a few minutes.
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If you return home and find your pedestrian door that leads into your home locked, and you are certain that you left it unlocked, DO NOT GO INSIDE! Call the police immediately at 9-1-1. Burglars often lock this door to slow down a victim, allowing the burglar extra time to get out of the home before the resident enters.
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If your home is equipped with an alarm, always activate it even if you’re only going out for a short walk.
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Always keep your front and rear porch lights on from dusk to dawn and use motion detector lighting along the sides of your home or areas with little foot traffic.
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When you leave on vacation remember to call the Police Department for a “Vacation Check” (949) 644-3717 or sign up on line at www.nbpd.org. Also, ask a trusted friend or neighbor to pick up your paper and mail while you are away.
WHEN A STRANGER KNOCKS
What should you do if you get a knock at the door?
• Never OPEN the door unless you know the person.
• Install and use a peephole with a minimum 190 degree view and post a “No Solicitor” sign.
• When you go to the door, have your phone nearby.
• ACKNOWLEDGE YOU’RE HOME WITHOUT OPENING THE DOOR!
• If the individual acts suspiciously, call the police department (644-3717) and provide them with a description of the subject and explain why you think the individual’s behavior is suspicious.
For more information on securing your home, please click on this link: HOME SECURITY TIPS
Report all suspicious activity by calling the Newport Beach Police Department at 949-644-3717.
