As the summer holiday season is heating up, Rocklin residents planning to escape the city for vacation can now do so with an extra measure of security. The Rocklin Police Department is offering free Vacation Checks, a service where department volunteers inspect homes for any signs of disturbance, robbery, or other issues while owners are away. This community service aims to provide "a little peace of mind," as stated in a recent social media post from the Rocklin Police Department.
The checks, designed to ensure that doors and gates are secure and that any accumulating papers or advertisements are cleared away, are conducted periodically as allowed by staffing levels. However, it should be noted, as the department emphasized on the Rocklin Police Department's Facebook page, this particular service is not available for apartments or condos. In the event volunteers spot a potential issue, homeowners are promptly notified, and, if necessary, police response is initiated.
Interested parties are instructed to complete a Vacation Check Request Form at least one week before they leave town. This form is accessible through the Rocklin Police Department's official website, and can be submitted in various ways including email, although email submissions do come with a risk given its potential insecurity for transferring sensitive information.
For additional details or questions about this free service or Rocklin Police Department's Home Security programs, residents are directed to reach out to their Crime Prevention Coordinator Wendy Smith via email at [email protected] or by calling 916-625-5440. If one needs to get their hands on the Vacation Check Request form, they are welcome to drop by the Rocklin Police Department during their lobby hours from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
