Thieves and burglars will be out amongst the holiday shoppers, but so will Austin Police.
APD Assistant Chief Justin Newsom says you can help police by not setting yourself up to get ripped off by locking your car and stowing your valuables.
Newsom says to be aware of your surroundings and if you see something, say something.
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