Unfamiliar cars parked on corners

The first thing you'll probably notice is a new car on the road. Most burglars, according to UNC, will arrive at the property in a car. The car will either be the burglar's personal vehicle, a family member's vehicle, or a stolen vehicle. A burglar will only look about a neighborhood on foot in rare cases. If a new car appears on the street, the residents should keep a tight eye on it.

If you spot an unfamiliar car on the street, you should investigate to see if anyone is inside. Typically, if the car belongs to a neighbor's friend or family member, the stranger will not be seen sitting in the car for long periods of time. If there's someone inside the automobile, there's a significant likelihood they're up to anything nefarious. Approaching the automobile and speaking with the person is one of the best things you can do in this case. If the person is a possible burglar, they now know that their face has been seen and that they are being watched. The cops will now have a lead if the suspect tries to break into a house in the vicinity.

If you're not sure whether or not to approach the car, note the license plate location. You will be able to disclose the license location to the authorities if your home is targeted for burglary. You can also call the police and report the suspicious car.