Ocean City Police Warn To Look For Suspicious Activity - WMDT 47 News - Delmarva's Choice

OCEAN CITY, Md. -- With the ending of the summer season, Ocean City begins its transition from a bustling summer hub to a slower paced winter retreat.   Some Ocean City businesses and property owners leave the resort for extended period of time in the winter months, if this is the case the OCPD reminds citizens to continue to remain vigilant for suspicious activity.

They offer these tips to prevent crime: secure doors and windows, Make certain that exterior lighting is operational, Keep trees and shrubs trimmed from the front of eye level windows,  Do not post your vacation or travel plans on social media web sites such as "Facebook", "Twitter" or "MySpace".  

Citizens can also participate in one of 8 different active neighborhood watch groups located in Ocean City.  These groups are located in the residential areas of the city and are as follows: Caines Woods, Caine Keys 2, Bayshore Drive, The Boardwalk, Edgewater Avenue, Little Salisbury, Montego Bay and Sundowner Park.   

If you plan on leaving the area for any extended period of time, residents should take advantage of the OCPD "Residential Security Check Program".  This free program is available to all Ocean City residents whether you own or rent, live in condominium or single family home.  By providing the OCPD with basic information regarding vacancy at your property, emergency contact information the OCPD will conduct checks of your property at random times each day to verify its security. 

To participate in this program simply call the OCPD Public Affairs Office at either: 410-723-6663 or 410-520-5395