
Secret Spots Burglars Check First When Invading Homes in Michigan
You did it. At least, you think you did. You found the ultimate, foolproof Sherlock-Holmes-couldn't-find-it hiding spot. But—you didn't. Burglars in Michigan know right where to go once they've broken into your home to find the "good stuff."
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Unless you've installed a secret, subterranean vault that requires a retina scan and a password only your dog knows, Michigan's thieves know where to look.
Michigan Burglars Know Your Hiding Spots
According to the Michigan State Police (MSP) Criminal Justice Information Center's 2022 Crime in Michigan Annual Report (the latest information available), Michigan residents reported 21,866 burglaries.

These burglars aren't going to break into your home and then begin wandering aimlessly in search of your valuables. They have one goal: Grab and go. They don't waste time looking through every kitchen cabinet. They know exactly where Michiganders store their valuables, and they check there first.
Michigan Homeowners: Are Your Valuables at Risk
If you think you've hidden your cash, jewelry, passports, social security cards—basically everything a criminal needs to ruin your day and steal your identity—you're probably wrong.
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Still not convinced? Want to know if your 'sneaky hiding spot' is on the list of 10 places Michigan's burglars look first? Scroll on for the answer.
Secret Spots Burglars Check First When Invading Homes in Michigan
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