Members Reminded to Remain Vigilant Due to Recent Burglaries

Landings Security documented two burglaries and one attempted burglary recently. Chatham County Policy Department (CCPD) and Landings Security have increased patrols in the community. Members are reminded if you see something, say something. Call 911 for emergencies or criminal activity, and as appropriate notify either Landings Security (912-598-1982, Option 3) or The Landings Golf & Athletic Club’s (TLGAC) Security team (912-598-2500). TLGAC Security manages the security of all Club facilities and golf courses.

Following are a few tips that can help prevent you from becoming a victim of burglary.

• Make your home look occupied, and make it difficult to break in.
• Lock all outside doors and windows before you leave the house or go to bed. Even if it is for a short time, lock your doors!
• Leave lights on when you go out. If you are going to be away for a length of time, connect some lamps to automatic timers to turn them on in the evening and off during the day.
• Keep your garage door closed and locked.
• Don’t allow daily deliveries of mail, newspapers, or flyers to build up while you are away. Arrange with the Post Office to hold your mail, or arrange for a friend or neighbor to take them regularly.
• Check your locks on doors and windows and replace them with secure devices as necessary.
• Pushbutton locks on doorknobs are easy for burglars to open. Install deadbolt locks on all your outside doors.
• Sliding glass doors are vulnerable. Special locks are available for better security.
• Windows may need better locks. Check with a locksmith or hardware store for alternatives.
• Never leave keys under doormats, flowerpots, mailboxes, or other “secret” hiding places. Burglars know where to look for hidden keys.
• Keep a detailed inventory of your valuable possessions, including a description of the items, date of purchase and original value, and serial numbers, and keep a copy in a safe place away from the home. This is also a good precaution in case of fires or other natural disasters. Make a photographic or video record of valuable objects, heirlooms, and antiques. Your insurance company can aid in making and keeping your inventory.
• Trim your shrubbery around your home to reduce cover for burglars.
• Be a good neighbor. If you notice anything suspicious in your neighborhood, call 911 immediately.
• Mark your valuables with your driver’s license number using an engraver, or another similar device. Marked items are harder for a burglar to dispose of and easier for police to recover.
• Alarm systems are recommended.
• Sign up for TLA Security’s Premise Checks (www.GateAccess.Net) if you plan to be out of town for extended period of time.