Holiday Shopping Safety

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The holiday season can lead to more scams and higher security risks.

 

In this video, OSU PD Chief Leon Jones shares some important holiday shopping tips.

 

Tips for shopping safely:

• When shopping online, purchase products from a credible site. Look at the reviews and ratings, read the description of the product and pay using Paypal or other apps when possible to avoid sharing your bank card.

• At a store, park near the exit of the building that you will be walking out of, cover all valuables in your car and pay attention to your surroundings. 

• During busy shopping times, take a friend with you. Report any suspicious activity to the police.  

• Create bank alerts to help you monitor your account.