NIXA, Mo. (KY3) - It’s estimated that about half of Americans will not be home for Christmas. Make sure your house is not a target for thieves.

On Your Side has teamed up with the Nixa Police Department to help you find better ways to protect your home.

Don’t give the Wet Bandits a chance. Homeowners gave us the okay, so Nixa Police Officer Brent Forgey can point out what a thief sees.

“I see a mower sitting out,” said Forgey. “They might want to move that. Put all tools away. Any kind of equipment like that.”

And lock it up. Tell your trusted neighbors you won’t be home for Christmas. Ask them to grab your mail and put out your trash.

“Timed lights are good. Try to keep them off during the day if you can,” said Forgey.

Change those camera batteries before you head to grandma’s house

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