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The Davis Police Department is reporting a series of door kick residential burglaries that occurred in all parts of the city over the past month, with two happening this past weekend. A door kick burglary occurs when a suspect determines that the residents are not at home, and then simply kicks the front door in to gain entry to the house.

Although a common time of occurrence has not been determined, there are similarities between these crimes. All residences had the front door kicked in while the owners were out of town for one or more nights at a time. The items stolen were cash, jewelry, and safes.

Police are urging residents to take precautions when planning on being away from the home.

1. Suspend mail/newspaper service during absence
2. Don't draw blinds/drapes, leave porch light on, and leave the
house so it appears occupied
3. Lock side gates and garages
4. Keep Jewelry and firearms in a safe that is secured to the floor
5. Advise friendly neighbors of your absence