In Summary:
The Apopka Police Department documented three vehicle burglaries and one residential burglary during the week of Aug. 23-29. Two incidents were reported August 25, followed by a residential burglary on August 27 and another vehicle burglary on August 29. Police did not provide details about stolen property, suspects, or possible arrests.
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Apopka police reported four burglaries between August 23 and August 29, including three vehicle burglaries and one residential burglary.
The first two vehicle burglaries were reported August 25. One occurred in the 1160 block of Dekleva Drive, while the other was reported in the 620 block of Marvin C. Zanders Avenue.
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A residential burglary was reported August 27 in the 4440 block of Dreamy Day Street. The police report identified the location as an apartment.
The final incident of the week was a vehicle burglary reported August 29 in the 520 block of Brighton Avenue.
The weekly report did not include information about what may have been stolen, how entry was made, or whether police had identified any suspects.
Apopka police noted that the information remains subject to change pending the outcome of ongoing investigations.
Five key points:
- Apopka police reported four burglaries during the week.
- Three of the incidents were vehicle burglaries.
- Police reported two vehicle burglaries on August 25.
- The residential burglary occurred in the 4440 block of Dreamy Day Street.
- Police said the information could change as the investigation continues.
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 ask a friend or neighbor to collect it regularly.
- Arrange for your lawn to be mowed if you are going away for an extended time.
- Check your door and window locks, and replace them with secure devices as needed.
- 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:
0 - Commercial
1 - Residential
3 - Vehicle
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