Joliet, IL – Police are warning residents to take extra precautions when putting out holiday trash this week, noting that visible boxes from expensive electronics or gifts could make homes a target for burglars.
According to the Joliet Police Department, criminals often look for clues in discarded packaging left at the curb, signaling which homes may have received high-value items such as televisions, computers, or gaming systems during the holidays.
In a social media post shared Friday, police advised residents to tear down large boxes and conceal them inside garbage or recycling bins instead of leaving them in plain view. The department also recommends holding off on placing packaging outside until the night before pickup to minimize exposure.
Officials say this simple step can significantly reduce the risk of home burglaries during the post-holiday period, when many households are discarding packaging from new purchases.
Residents are encouraged to stay alert and report any suspicious activity in their neighborhoods.
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