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Your view: Editorial missed the mark on addiction

<p>As president of the Wilkes-Barre Crime Watch Coalition, I would like to remind residents about some simple crime prevention tips for the spring and summer.</p><p>Many crimes are crimes of opportunity. Take away the opportunity ,and the perpetrator no longer has the chance to commit the crime.</p><p>When you are going out, shut and lock all the windows in the basement and on the first floor even if you are planning to be gone for a short time. <ins>Screens are only made to keep bugs out.</ins></p><p>Out working in the yard or garden? Make sure all doors and windows &#8212; sheds, garages, patio and house &#8212; are closed and locked in the area you cannot see. <ins>Lock up while you spruce up.</ins></p><p>Never leave garden tools and equipment outside, even if you are just going in the house for a short time. It only takes minutes for an opportunist thief to take them.</p><p>Keep items such as handbags, wallets and keys away from places where they are clearly visible from outside.</p><p>And last but not least, do not announce your vacation plans on social media. Wait until you and all family members are safely home before uploading your vacation pictures or talking about your vacation .</p><p><strong>Charlotte Raup</strong></p><p>Wilkes-Barre</p><style>
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Your view: Crime prevention tips for spring and summer