In Summary:
APD recorded three burglary reports during the weekly reporting period. Auto burglaries were reported on Lancer Oak Drive and Vicks Landing Drive, while a commercial burglary was reported on West Martin Street. Police said the information remains subject to change as investigations continue.
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The Apopka Police Department reported three burglary incidents during the weekly reporting period from July 26 through August 1.
Two of the incidents were classified as auto burglaries, while the third was reported as a commercial burglary.
The first auto burglary was reported July 27 in the 570-579 block of Lancer Oak Drive.
A commercial burglary was reported July 30 in the 550-559 block of West Martin Street.
The second auto burglary was reported July 31 in the 560-569 block of Vicks Landing Drive.
No residential burglaries were included in the department’s report for the week.
APD noted that the reported incidents remain subject to change pending the outcome of ongoing investigations. The report did not provide information about possible suspects, arrests, property taken, or the circumstances surrounding the burglaries.
Anyone with information about criminal activity in Apopka can contact the Apopka Police Department at 407-703-1771. Anonymous tips may be submitted to Crimeline at 1-800-423-TIPS (8477).
Key Points:
- APD reported three burglaries between July 26 and August 1.
- Two incidents were classified as auto burglaries.
- One commercial burglary was reported on West Martin Street.
- No residential burglaries appeared in the weekly report.
- APD said the reports are subject to change pending ongoing investigations.
Here are a few tips to protect against home burglaries:
- Make your home look occupied, and make it difficult to break in.
- Lock all outside doors and windows before leaving or going to bed.
- Keep your garage door closed and locked.
- Don't allow daily deliveries of mail, newspapers, or flyers to build up while you are away. Arrange with the Post Office to hold your mail, or arrange for a friend or neighbor to take them regularly.
- Arrange your lawn to be mowed if you are going away for an extended time.
- Check your locks on doors and windows and replace them with secure devices as necessary.
- Pushbutton locks on doorknobs are easy for burglars to open. Install deadbolt locks on all your outside doors.
- Sliding glass doors are vulnerable. Special locks are available for better security.
- Other windows may need better locks. Check with a locksmith or hardware store for alternatives.
- Don't share your vacation plans on social media.
The Apopka Police Department tells us that many vehicle burglaries could have been prevented if everyone remembered to do just two things:
- Remove all valuables from your vehicle
- Lock your car doors
The breakdown of the burglaries reported to the Apopka Police Department last week:
1 - Commercial
0 - Residential
2 - Vehicle
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