How trusting you are of strangers
Many burglars put in some serious legwork before breaking into a home, including casing the place from the inside first. So, how do they do it?
“We’ve all been guilty of it, including myself—whether it’s dry cleaning, pizza, or a package being delivered—we’ve all let complete strangers into our home. They are getting an up close and personal view of who’s in your house,” says retired NYPD police officer, private investigator, and safety and security expert Bill Stanton, who has worked with countless celebrity clients.
Burglars will also sometimes pose as salespeople or pretend to be lost, according to Perry: “Burglars may also case your property by ringing the doorbell and posing as someone else, such as a salesperson or utilities engineer.”
“This allows them to get a look inside your property and see what valuables you have, as well as finding out more information about you. Be wary of opening the door to people you don’t know or aren’t expecting, and if you do, don’t give them any information about yourself or your household until you have verified that they are legitimate.”
