A family from the Weslaco area has a warning for those putting up Christmas decorations: Make sure they’re secure.

A family said a five-foot, pre-lit Christmas countdown sign they set up in their front yard that cost $250 was stolen shortly after it was set up last week.

“Unfortunately, we have these criminals running around our neighborhood,” Joe Lopez said.

Lopez didn’t show his face on camera out of fear of the thieves coming back.

Lopez said his son wasn't done decorating his home, but now he won't get to because he said his son doesn't want anything else stolen.

“He works hard for his living, and when these guys come and steal their stuff, you know what little they have, it feels terrible,” Lopez said.

Raul Gonzalez, a spokesperson for the Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office, said t

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