🏠 The Gist: Milton is grappling with a disturbing rise in burglaries, where homes are being forcibly entered through rear doors, mainly in the evenings. The break-ins are happening in Milton and the surrounding areas.
🚪 The Details: According to police, burglars in Milton are systematically targeting homes adjacent to wooded areas or accessible drop-off points, breaking in through back glass doors. These burglaries are occurring in the evening, when homes are likely to be unoccupied.
🚔 Police Response: The Milton Police Department has increased patrols in targeted neighborhoods and is encouraging the community to report any suspicious persons or vehicles immediately.
💡 Safety Recommendations: The police have issued specific advice to help residents protect their homes:
- Use alarm systems and ensure they are monitored, with immediate police dispatch if triggered.
- Employ a monitored video surveillance system with activated motion detection features.
- Keep homes well-lit both inside and out to give the impression of occupancy.
- Cooperate with neighbors to watch over each other’s properties, especially when away.
- Take advantage of the Milton Police Department’s “vacation patrol request” service for added security during trips.
🔍 Why It’s Important: These burglaries are a serious concern for the community, impacting the sense of safety and security in their own homes.
Thom Chandler
Thom Chandler is the editor of The Georgia Sun and has been writing, editing and managing websites and blogs since 1995. He is a lifelong Georgian and one of those increasingly rare Atlanta natives.
