Public Safety Building
495 Demott Lane • Somerset
New Jersey 08873
Telephone 732-873-5533
Crime Watch: Home Safety
The following is a public crime watch message from the Franklin Township Police Department.
Residents are reminded to properly secure their homes when they are out or in another area of the home. The following crime prevention tips are offered for the safety of your family and neighbors:
Make sure all downstairs doors and windows are closed and locked when you are not at home and when you retire for the evening.
Draw window shades and curtains if possible.
Do not leave any valuables such as pocketbooks, wallets, jewelry or electronics on tables, counters or open areas that can be easily seen through windows or doors. Leaving items out in the open offers intruders an opportunity for a quick, easy theft.
If you observe or hear what you believe to be suspicious activity, immediately contact the Franklin Township Police Department and report your concerns.
Meet and get to know your neighbors and keep a check on each other's homes.
Prearrange to have mail and newspaper delivery stopped or picked up to reduce the signs that you are away.
Advise the Franklin Township Police Department when you are away or on vacation so we may conduct vacation checks of your home.
