Most crimes can generally be categorized into two groups: property crimes and crimes against a person, and they occur when criminals are given the opportunity to commit them. Citizens can help prevent being victims of crimes by removing the opportunities.

Crime Stoppers Atlanta has compiled some helpful tips on reducing the risk of being victimized. Help keep your friends and family protected by sharing these articles freely!

GA’s 13th Annual “Stop Violence against Women” Day

Today (February 2nd), the Georgia Coalition Against Domestic Violence (GCADV) hosted a discussion and rally at the state capitol. GCADV urged the state to work actively against domestic abuse and to continue funding essential services for victims (1). Domestic violence…

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Help Stop Bullying and Harassment

Although this is No Name-Calling Week, we should work toward ending child and adult harassment every week of the year. Bullies target nearly half of all children and are far more prevalent in the workplace than is typically estimated (1)….

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Does Cold Weather Affect Crime Rates?

After several blissfully warm days during the New Year holidays, Atlanta has been hit by a bitter cold front leaving daytime temperatures in the 30’s and evening temperatures in the 20’s. Besides dampening enthusiasm for the new year, such cold…

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Are You an Online Bargain Hunter?

Well Black Friday and Cyber Monday have kicked off the holiday shopping season. To avoid those long lines, large crowds, and racing for a parking space, more people have been taking advantage of the online shopping deals. But just how…

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Are you Being Stalked?

Becoming a victim of a stalker can put a person in a state of fear 24 hours a day. It is important to take a stalker serious because you don’t know what that person is capable of or what their…

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How to Deal with an Intruder in Your Home

As you are about to retire for the night, you make sure that all windows and doors are secure before heading to your bedroom. Just as you head up the stairs, you stop by and check in your 5 year…

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Kids: Stay Alert!

It is important for kids to live & play in a safe environment. Crime Stoppers has provided some tips that kids and teens can use as safety precautions. When you are outside, be alert of your surroundings. Look out for…

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Top Ten Tips for Halloween Safety

Halloween is a time for dressing up in costumes and venturing out to “trick-or-treat” for candy and other goodies. While most people are out to have a good time, this ghoulish season also presents an opportunity for mischievous behaviors and…

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Protecting yourself againts Skimming

Paper or Plastic? The question has a totally different meaning when we’re talking about paying for goods and services. Typically weighing in at about .2 ounces, credit cards and debit cards pack a big punch. The invention of the little…

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Preventing Burglaries – Keeping Your Home Safe!

Keep Your Home Safe!

If you have ever found yourself locked out of your home, you probably tried to get back in by “breaking in.” Now if you were successful, just imagine how easy it would be for someone else to do the same!…

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