Many people are often concerned that leaving their homes for two weeks or longer could make their houses vulnerable to break-ins and burglaries. Some ask neighbours to go in on occasion and open the shutters to make the home appear as if it is still in use.
For that extra step of reassurance, the police have reminded followers on their social media channels of their ‘Départ en vacances’ (‘Going on holiday’) service.
The service, which is available year-round, allows residents to notify the police of their prolonged absence. Once notified, the police will integrate the home in question in occasional day and night patrols to ensure all is in order whilst you’re on holiday.
To benefit from the service, all you have to do is fill out a form, which you can do on the police’s online portal. The form allows residents to provide the police with details of their holidays, as in when they depart and return, as well as details of a contact person whilst they are away.
