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Shop ‘til you drop safely in Peoria

Posted 11/25/23

Online and in-person shopping is ramping up as consumers enter the holiday season.

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Shop ‘til you drop safely in Peoria

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Online and in-person shopping is ramping up as consumers enter the holiday season.

Follow these tips from Peoria Police for a safe and happy holiday season.

• Park in a well-lit space when shopping at night.

• Lock your car, close the windows, and hide shopping bags in the trunk.

• Minimize shopping with cash. Pay with a card when possible.

• Avoid shopping alone, use the buddy system when possible.

• When shopping online, only use secure sites.

• Use strong passwords and avoid phishing emails.

• Monitor your bank statement for fraudulent activity.