The Austin Police Department is warning residents about a rising pattern of burglaries targeting Indian and other South Asian communities, particularly during cultural events like Diwali, which falls on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 this year. ⁠ In a press release, the department emphasized that such crimes often involve the theft of valuable gold jewelry, which holds deep sentimental and cultural significance.⁠ ⁠ Authorities recommend securing homes with alarms, locking all entry points and storing valuables in secure locations. Neighbors are also encouraged to collaborate in reporting suspicious activity. ⁠ ⁠ Those seeking additional crime prevention advice can contact the APD at 512-974-6941 or APDburglaryunit@austintexas.gov.⁠ ⁠ ⁠ 🤳Click our linkinbio to sign up to our daily newsletter.⁠ ⁠ 📰Follow us for the latest Asian News NextShark⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #news #austinpd #police #burglaries #theft #crime #diwali #texas