The holiday season is a time when busy people can become careless and vulnerable to theft and other holiday crime. Don't let the rush and excitement of the season make you careless in protecting your home from potential criminals.

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Criminals take advantage of the holiday season to prey on those who are unsuspecting and generous and some of them will come right to your front door. These tips from the Los Angeles Police Department Crime Prevention Section can help you be more careful, prepared and aware during the holiday season.

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The most important key to using your ATM card safely is to be observant and look around for any suspicious persons or activity near the ATM machine, especially during the holiday season. Here are some other tips for using your ATM card safely. Read more...

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Hadden Clark showed common psychopathic tendencies during his childhood years. He was a bully who seemed to enjoy hurting other kids and also found pleasure in torturing and killing animals. He eventually turned to murder and cannibalism. Read more...

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