The Burglary section of the Bakersfield Police Department consists of one sergeant and 5 detectives. They handle about 200 reported offenses per month.
Many burglaries are crimes of opportunity.
An open garage door, an accumulation of newspapers or darkened houses in the early evening are open invitations to a would-be burglar. If unattended, keep your garage doors closed. Have a neighbor pick up your newspapers and put a timer on an interior light if you are going to be away. And don't forget to use double key deadbolts on your exterior doors. Remember to report all suspicious activity, and if it can be done safely, record license plates of suspicious vehicles.