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How do you protect yourself from intruders?
How to Help Protect Your Home From Invasion: Tips for Stopping Burglars
- Take a Walk Around Your Property and Think Like a Burglar.
- Keep Shrubbery Neatly Trimmed to Help Cut Down on Intruder Hiding Spots.
- Use lights to deter burglars.
- Use Technology to Keep an Eye on Things at Home.
How do thieves pick houses?
Most thieves target homes that look easy to break into. They often pick a house by surveilling the neighborhood and finding the one with the most predictable patterns of when people come and go. Most burglars enter houses through those entry points as well as the front door, the back door, or the garage.
Do dogs prevent crime?
Do dogs really act as a burglar deterrent? The short answer is yes, they do! The study concluded that if “a homeowner had a big, loud dog most burglars would stay away.” One of the convicted burglars even said, “dogs are a deal breaker for me… Big breeds, home protectors are the best to keep people out.”
What should you do if an armed intruder enters your home?
Fight to overpower assailant by throwing items, attack with furniture, or swarm as a group. If the Armed Intruder (s) leaves the area, barricade the room and call 911 Armed Intruder in an outside area: Move away from the Armed Intruder or the sounds of gunshot (s) and/or explosion (s).
Do you have a plan in the event of a home invasion?
With these legal obligations in mind, you can now create a plan for your family in the event of a home invasion. However, keep in mind that a plan can only provide some added safety. Awareness and the ability to respond to a fluid, high-stakes situation will be your most essential survival skills.
How did the man defend himself against the intruder?
He armed himself for protection. Then, he made contact with the police. He made contact with the intruder when contact was imminent. He alerted the intruder that he had a firearm, giving him a chance to flee (in this case the intruder advanced).
What percentage of home invasions are violent?
Around 26\% of home invasions (266,650) are violent, which means that a violent home invasion occurs every two minutes. Having a plan is the most important preparation a homeowner can take to confront any type of crisis.