Warning from Police Department against holiday crimes of opportunity

TEMECULA - With the holiday season upon us, the Temecula Police Department typically observes a rise in property crimes. The majority of property crimes during the holiday season are the result of "crimes of opportunity." These crimes include vehicle burglaries, thefts from locked / unlocked vehicles, residential burglaries, and thefts from garages with open doors. Criminals are typically drawn to these crimes of opportunity by observing items in plain sight. In addition to the loss of personal property, victims also must endure a loss of their personal time contacting banks, canceling credit...