San Marcos Police Department Releases Friendly Reminder Of 6 Every Day Apartment Safety Tips

Staff Reports

In light of recent home invasions and sexual assaults in San Marcos, the San Marcos Police Department is reminding residents to be mindful of their own safety and suggestings the following everyday apartment safety tips to ensure the security of their homes. 

• Always lock your doors and windows when you’re gone. This includes your balcony doors and windows. Unlocked balcony doors and windows can be a security hazard even if you live above the first floor.
• Do not rely on a chain lock. They add little value when it comes to security.
• Make your apartment look occupied by keeping the lights on when you are gone or by automating them to a schedule.
• Report anyone that doesn’t look familiar.
• Start a Facebook page for the people who live in your apartment complex and share anything suspicious. Lookout for each other.
• If your building has locked entryways make sure that they stay shut and locked. Look out for tailgaters and ask your neighbors to do the same.

Laray Taylor, Community Services Corporal with the San Marcos Police Department said, the most important thing for residents to remember is to “always lock doors and windows and be attentive and responsive to your surroundings.”