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Page 20 - shelby shopper & info - 704/484-1047 www.shelbyinfo.com Thursday, November 11-November 17, 2021 "The holiday season is right around the cor- ner and shoppers are crowding malls and dis- count stores to buy the latest gadgets and fi nd the best deals," said Sheriff Alan Norman of Cleveland County. Shoppers also need to consider their safe- ty. According to Sheriff Norman "This time of year attracts more shopping-related criminal activity because of the larger crowds and the extended store hours. These factors and the usual distraction of shopping, create a more favorable environment for petty thieves and other offenders. The Sheriff reminds all Cleveland County residents to follow these safety tips: COVID-19: • Follow state and county health guidelines. • Use hand sanitizer. • Promote social distancing. Shopping Safety: • A single shopper is the best target for theft. Always shop with a friend or relative. • When going shopping, tell someone where you are going and what time to expect you to return. Also, make sure they know what you are wearing, as well as the type of vehicle you are driving. • Shop during daylight hours. If you shop at night, park your vehicle in a well-lit area. • Dress casually and comfortably and avoid wearing expensive jewelry. If carrying cash, keep it in your front pocket rather than in a purse or wallet. This makes it much more dif- fi cult for a pickpocket to remove. Also, store car keys in your pants or jacket pocket. If your purse/wallet is stolen, you will still be able to drive home. • Pay careful attention to your surroundings and avoid overloading yourself with packages. It is important to have clear visibility and free- dom of motion to avoid mishaps. • When returning to your vehicle, look around it and in the back seat. Be aware of strangers approaching you for any reason. Have your car keys in your hand to avoid spending unneces- sary time unprotected from the security of your vehicle. • If you feel uneasy returning to your vehicle alone, fi nd a security guard and ask them to walk you to your car. According to Sheriff Alan Norman,"During this time of year, busy holiday shoppers be- come careless and vulnerable to other crimes as well. Credit card fraud and gift card fraud are on the rise. However, taking a few preven- tive measures can help." Credit Card Fraud: • Keep a close watch on your credit card ev- ery time you use it, and make sure you get it back as quickly as possible. • Never write your PIN number on your credit card. • Never leave your credit cards or receipts lying around. • Shield your credit card number so that oth- ers around you can't copy it or capture it on a mobile telephone or other camera. • Only carry credit cards that you abso- lutely need. • Shred anything with your credit card number written on it. • If you're planning to purchase online, make sure the web page where you enter your credit card informa- tion is secure through SSL (Secure Socket Layer). You can tell if the web page is secure by looking for the gold lock or key icon at the bottom corner of your browser window. • If you're not comfortable submitting your in- formation through the internet, call the seller and give them your information over the tele- phone. Never send your credit card informa- tion via email. • Check the company information. Only do business with companies that provide a physi- cal address and telephone number. • Keep good records. Always print out a copy of any online products or services you pur- chase. Gift Card Fraud: • Never buy gift cards from online auction sites. This is a large source of gift card fraud. Many of the gift cards are stolen, counterfeit or used. • Only buy gift cards directly from the store issuing the gift card or from a secure retailer's website. • Don't buy gift cards off of publicly displayed racks in retail stores, because these are more susceptible to tampering or theft. Only pur- chase gift cards at the sales terminal from the cashier. • Always carefully examine both the front and back of a gift card before you buy it. If you see a PIN number, ask for a different card. If the card looks like it has been tampered with in any way, do not purchase it. • Always ask the store cashier to scan the gift card in front of you. This will guarantee that your card is valid when you buy it and that it refl ects the balance you just charged on it. • Always keep your receipt as a proof of pur- chase if there is money stored on the gift card. • If possible, register your gift card at the store's website. • Never give your Social Security number, date of birth or any other unneeded private information when purchasing a gift card. No reputable company will ask for this information. In light of these problems, Sheriff Alan Norman warns shoppers to be careful so that they don't become the victim of criminal activity. "Unfortunately, when shopping, people have a tendency to let their guard down," said Sheriff Norman. "However, paying attention and taking precautions can help eliminate their chances of being victimized." 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