Experts Warn Alabamians To NOT CARRY These 7 Items

Crime is one of the things that many people have on there mind when living in Alabama. No one wants to be a victim but the reality is, Alabama has high crime rates.

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World Population Review said that Alabama was the 7th most dangerous state in the nation for the year 2024.

According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, there were close to 83,000 crime occurrences in Alabama in 2022. Out of those, just over 51,000 were larceny instances.

11,00 were burglary, and 1,490 were robbery occurrences.

Experts have plenty of thoughts on items your shouldn't carry with you that make you an easy target for theft. Check out the list below.

Large Amounts of Cash

Carrying large sums of cash can make you a target for theft or robbery. It's safer to use electronic payment methods or carry only the amount of cash you need for immediate purchases.

Personal Documents Containing Sensitive Information

Carrying items like social security cards, passports, or extra credit cards unnecessarily increases the risk of identity theft. It's best to leave these items secured at home unless absolutely necessary.

Designer Handbags

Carrying designer handbags or purses can attract thieves looking for valuable items. Using a nondescript bag or opting for less conspicuous brands can help reduce the risk of theft.

Keys to Valuable Assets

Carrying keys to valuable assets like cars, homes, or offices without proper safeguards can increase the risk of theft or burglary. It's important to keep keys secure and avoid displaying them unnecessarily.

Expensive or Sentimental Heirlooms

Carrying valuable or sentimental heirlooms, such as family jewelry or antique items, in public can make you a target for theft. Consider leaving these items secured at home or in a safety deposit box when not in use.

Valuable Collector's Items

If you collect valuable items such as rare coins, stamps, or trading cards, carrying them in public can attract thieves who may target you specifically for these items. It's advisable to keep valuable collector's items secured in a safe location and only transport them when necessary, taking appropriate precautions to ensure their safety.