Crime-Free Chinese New Year?

I picked this up from the Star today and thought those who are staying in Petaling Jaya could use the information. After what happened to Mommy last year, I am in the mood to prevent crime along with my neighbours. I am sure we're all more careful when we go to the bank to collect 'new' notes for the 'Ang-Pow'. Those who are hosting open houses would probably get some help from RELA or security companies to ensure that there are no attempts to rob the host and guests. Meanwhile, we will be hoping that the security guards at our condominium are attentive and faithfully guarding our apartments.

Some of my tips if you are leaving home for 'balik-kampung' are:
1. Cancel your newspaper deliveries
2. Have a automated timer device to on the house lights, radio or TV in the night
3. Inform your neighbours and the neigbourhood police station to keep a look-out
4. Have your neighbour or friend (trusworthy) come over to check on your house and feed your dog! (and as for me it's the fish in my aquarium!)
5. Call your neighbour to check on your house from time to time
6. Check your doors and gates to ensure that they are locked before leaving
7. Ensure that your alarm systems (ADT) and CCTV are activated and in working order.

The Rakan Cop Hotline is 03-2052 9999 or SMS POLISSEL to 32728.

We have to help each other to prevent crime and not expect the police to be doing all the crime-watch for us. We are thankful to the government that they are beefing up the police force with more staff, better training and more stations and beat-bases.

Interesting links:
Royal Malaysian Police Website
Prevention of Break-Ins (Pecah Rumah)