WASHINGTON – The Washington Police Department is launched its #9PMRoutine.
The #9PMRoutine is a nightly reminder to residents to remove valuables from their vehicles, lock their vehicle doors, lock the doors to their residences, turn on exterior lights, and activate all alarms and security systems.
Police will send out a reminder every night ‪at 9 p.m. to lock up.
Washington residents are asked to set a nightly reminder on their smartphones or other devices to remind themselves to follow the #9PMRoutine.
Criminals look for easy targets. You can make it more difficult for them by following the #9PMRoutine Many vehicle burglaries, and to a lesser degree, stolen vehicles, occur as a result of vehicles being left unlocked. Criminals walk through neighborhoods, trying vehicle door handles, hoping to find an unlocked vehicle. The best way to prevent vehicle burglaries is to remove all of your valuables, lock your vehicle’s doors upon exiting and take the keys to the vehicle inside your residence.
At 9:00 p.m. each evening, do a security check and verify:
- Vehicles, residences, garages, windows, gates, and sheds are locked
- Tools, firearms, bikes, keys, and other valuables are secured or brought inside.
- Activate exterior lights, security cameras, and alarm systems.
Report Suspicious Activity
Residents observing suspicious activity should contact the Washington Police Department at 812-254-4410 or for emergencies, dial 911.
