YARMOUTH – In light of the recent home invasion in Colorado that was perpetrated by two criminals using a Craigslist transaction as a ploy to enter a victim’s home, Yarmouth Police Department Deputy Chief Steven Xiarhos has the following reminder.
“Please remember that our YPD Headquarters public parking area serves as a meeting spot for all Cape Codders for any transactions arranged on-line. While we have had no Craigslist-type violent crimes occur in Yarmouth, we want everyone to be extra careful and follow the recommendations listed below.”
- Arrange to meet at a well-known public place such as the Yarmouth Police Department.
- Bring someone with you and don’t go by yourself.
- “Trust your instincts.”
- Meet in a public place rather than a secluded area.
- Never meet with a stranger at your home or theirs.
- Take particular caution if you’re buying or selling something that’s highly valuable.
- Conduct the transaction during the day.
- Something is normally too good to be true if it seems like it is.
- Let your family or a friend know about your plans.
- Bring your cell phone with you
Click here to see a video regarding the Colorado incident.
Media release provided by the Yarmouth Police Department
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