"Stay Safe and Secure While Shopping on Black Friday"

Thieves are known to target shoppers on Black Friday in Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Boynton Beach, and across Palm Beach County, snatching bags while victims are distracted by their cell phones. To stay safe, shoppers are advised to strategize their shopping approach, make frequent trips to their vehicles to drop off purchases or use stores that offer package-holding services, stay aware of their surroundings, park in well-lit areas, conceal purchases in their cars, avoid carrying excessive cash or valuable items, and ask for assistance from store security personnel if needed.