Lake County, FL – The Lake County Sheriff’s Office is reminding residents to take extra safety precautions this October in recognition of Crime Prevention Month.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, community members can help reduce theft and suspicious activity by building daily safety habits—starting with three key steps: lock up, remove valuables, and stay alert.
The department recommends always locking vehicle doors, even when parked in driveways, and removing visible items such as cords, wallets, and key fobs. Residents are also urged to avoid leaving garage openers in vehicles and to report any suspicious activity immediately.
Sheriff’s officials noted that even if nothing appears to have been stolen, residents should still report any attempted break-ins or unusual activity.
The initiative aligns with the department’s ongoing #9PMRoutine, a nightly reminder for residents to check doors, windows, and vehicles before bed.
Together, law enforcement officials say, small preventive actions can make a major difference in keeping neighborhoods across Lake County safe.
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