Milpitas Police Open Safe Exchange Zone

MILPITAS, CA — If you're worried about people coming to your house when you buy or sell items online, here's a safe alternative. The Milpitas Police Department has set up a Safe Exchange Zone. It can also be used as a safe and neutral site for child custody exchanges. There are two dedicated cameras recording the area 24-hours a day.

The Safe Exchange Zone consists of two parking spaces in the front lot of the Milpitas Police Department, located at 1275 N. Milpitas Blvd.

"The goal of the Safe Exchange Zone is to help reduce and deter fraudulent transactions, thefts, violent custody disputes and robberies," Milpitas Police Sgt. Bryan Hinkley said in a written release.

The Milpitas Police Department recommends all private party transactions adhere to the following safety tips:

• Only conduct transactions with local buyers/sellers
• Insist on meeting at the Safe Exchange Zone or at least a public place
• Do not invite strangers into your home, and do not go to theirs
• Take your cell phone with you
• Tell a friend or family member about your intentions and when and where and with whom you are meeting
• Complete transactions during daylight hours
• Be extra cautious in buying/selling valuable items
• Trust your instincts and be cautious of scams

The exchange of drugs, weapons, alcohol, or any illegal items is not permitted.

While cameras are recording the safe zone, city employees cannot act as an official witness to transactions.

The Safe Exchange Zone parking spaces are available free on a first-come, first-served basis.

-Image via Milpitas Police

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