MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. — Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz had a message for thieves on Friday: The “Grinch busters” are out in force to protect shoppers in Miami-Dade County.

During a news conference at Dadeland Mall in Kendall, Cordero-Stutz also asked shoppers to take preventive measures to avoid becoming victims of crimes.

“Make sure you park in well-lit areas, don’t walk around with big wads of cash,” Cordero-Stutz said.

Other tips from law enforcement include paying attention to your surroundings, securing your belongings, and keeping your car locked.

“If you buy something online, you need to meet a person, meet them at a police station,” Cordero-Stutz said.

Since crime tends to increase during Black Friday and Holiday shopping seasons, law enforcement agencies have been announcing operations.

Most recently, after a violent robbery inside Dolphin Mall, the Sweetwater Police Department announced a new mobile station at the mall and a team of undercover police officers on alert.

‘Grinch busters’ hunt for thieves in Miami-Dade malls

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