Thefts

Welcome to Pause, Ponder, and Prevent, a series of short reminders from Landings Security to help keep the safety and security of you and your family top-of-mind as you enjoy the Landings Lifestyle. Remember, each of us is responsible for our own well-being and it never hurts to arm yourself with as much knowledge as possible so you can know what to look for and things to do to help keep you and your belongings safe. Periodically, we will publish these reminders, which we hope you will find helpful. 

Thefts

Did you know that most thefts are crimes of opportunity? And if that fact isn’t tricky enough to navigate, sometimes that opportunity involves blending in and looking like your average Joe or Jane -- the sweet, smiling guy or gal at the grocery store, the lady who held the door for you to enter the post office, or even the person you saw recently while out for a stroll. Scary thought, huh?  Even more so, how about the vendor that was just in your home. Other than a friend recommending them, what due diligence did you perform to trust them in your personal space?

That doesn’t mean you should take to your bed, pull the covers over your head, and never leave your house again. It simply means, that you must ALWAYS be vigilant, secure your valuables, watch for anything suspicious, and 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 could help prevent you from becoming a victim of theft.

• 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.
• Never leave keys under doormats, flowerpots, mailboxes, or other “secret” hiding places. Thieves 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.
• 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 thief to dispose of and easier for police to recover.
• When exiting your vehicle, firmly close all doors and ensure they are locked. 
• Remove all items of value from the vehicle when you exit. Close any open compartments and roll up the windows. 
• Be a responsible gun owner and always secure your firearm. Never leave firearms in your car.
• Avoid placing items inside the car where they can be seen, and store them in the trunk, out of sight. 
• Sign up for TLA Security’s Premise Checks (www.GateAccess.Net) if you plan to be out of town for an extended amount of time.