POLICE TIPS

Parked, occupied vehicles containing one or more persons are especially significant if observed at an unusual hour. They could be lookouts for a burglary in progress, even if the occupants appear to be lovers.

Any vehicle moving slowly and without lights or following a course that appears aimless or repetitive is suspicious. Occupants may be casing for places to rob or burglarize.

Apparent business transactions conducted from a vehicle, especially around schools or parks and if juveniles are involved, could mean drug sales.

Persons being forced into vehicles ? especially if they are juveniles or females ? may mean a possible kidnapping. Record the license plates and call police.

An abandoned vehicle parked on your block may be stolen. Contact parking control with a license plate number.

Place gravel outside windows where you’re concerned about prowlers. The noise of someone stepping on it will serve to alert you.

A home window with a small break in it may mean a burglary has occurred. Call police immediately.

A stranger entering your neighbor’s house when it is unoccupied may be a burglar.

A scream heard anywhere may mean robbery or rape. Be observant and notify police.