MPD shares holiday shopping safety tips with business owners

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Memphis police officers held a forum Wednesday morning at the Wolfchase Galleria Mall to share safety tips with business owners and community members as holiday shopping begins.

Thanksgiving is 15 days away, and Christmas is 44 days away.

Officers walked attendees through a presentation on ways to protect themselves and their families from crimes such as shoplifting and robbery.

An officer, whose name was not provided, told attendees to stay alert.

“So be mindful and be observant,” the officer said.

Officers also said shoppers should not leave bags in their cars.

They said shoppers should pay attention to cameras and park under a light or closer to the store.

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