For a criminal to commit a crime, he/she needs three things.  Desire, ability, and opportunity.  We may not be able to stop desire or ability, but we can prevent opportunity. 

 

Almost all stolen property crimes in DeForest occur due to opportunities for the criminal such as unlocked vehicles and garages, valuables left out in the open, or bikes not secured.

 

To remove opportunity, residents should practice the following crime prevention tips:

 

             Do not keep valuables inside vehicles at night. 

            

             Close garage doors during evening hours and lock service doors.

 

             Install motion detection lights to the front and back of your residence.

 

             Lock up bikes when at school or when out of sight.  Store inside at night.

 

            

Please check back often for more crime prevention tips!!