News Flash

Driving and Travel

• Be patient, we all know how stressful the season can be with busy roads.

• Don’t Drink and Drive, if you have consumed alcohol seek alternate transportation. Driving while intoxicated is a sure way to ruin the season, your life or someone else’s.

Shopping

• When shopping, carry your bag or purse, don’t leave it unattended in a cart.

• Use credit or debit cards for purchases. Avoid exposing or using large amounts of cash.

• Place your purchases in a vehicle trunk, if no trunk, conceal your purchases especially if returning to the store.

• When walking to or from your vehicle avoid becoming distracted by using your cell phone.

• Park in a well-lit area, have your keys ready to open your vehicle when you return.

• When shopping online use credit cards at trusted sites.

• Have packages delivered to your business. If delivered to your home think of an alternate drop off location i.e., side of house, or storage room. Have a friend or neighbor pick up package. Schedule a pick up.

Safety at Home

• Lock your doors and windows.

• Let a neighbor know if you are leaving for an extended period.

• Leave a light on inside and or use a timer.

• Have your mail delivery suspended.

• Avoid placing product boxes by the curb for trash pickup.

• Contact Nags Head Police Department to schedule and extra patrol of your residence. You can do this via phone: 252-441-6386 or email: police@nagsheadnc.gov.