STOP DISTRACTION THEFT
Please be attentive of your personal belongings and avoid becoming a victim:
- Be aware of your surroundings.
- Report ALL suspicious activity.
- Don’t leave a purse or wallet unattended in a shopping cart.
- Lock your vehicle doors.
- DO NOT leave valuables in plain view.
- Carry as few credit cards as possible.
- Close/secure your purse.
- Don’t leave purse or wallet unattended.
Identity theft can occur within minutes!
Restoring your good credit can take years. You may not be able to:
- Get a loan
- Re-finance
- Purchase a car or other property
- Obtain credit in the futureThis is a public awareness message courtesy of the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s OfficeFor more information: www.crimeprevention.org