When we come home, our house should feel like a sanctuary — a place where we’re safe, secure, and free from worry. It’s the spot where we recharge after a long day, a true refuge from the outside world.
For many, that feeling of safety is everything. That’s why people invest in security cameras, alarms, and other protections to guard their homes and loved ones.
But no matter how many precautions we take, criminals keep inventing sneaky new ways to break in.
Take the story of Kim Fleming Cernigliaro from Texas — a warning everyone needs to hear.
One day, Kim was home alone when she heard someone knocking at her door. At first, it was just a knock. Then it turned into a pounding — almost like a beating on the door.
She didn’t open it. She wasn’t expecting anyone, and something didn’t feel right.
The knocking got louder and more urgent, and fear started creeping in. Kim decided to wait quietly, hoping the person would go away.
After a while, the noise stopped, and she cautiously went downstairs to check.
When she opened the door, she noticed something unusual — a rubber band wrapped tightly around the door handle.
Confused and concerned, she called the police immediately.
What the officers told her was shocking: neighbors in the area had found the same rubber bands on their door handles.
Why? Because it’s a clever trick thieves are using.
Here’s how it works: when you answer the door, you usually press the latch to open it. If a rubber band is wrapped around the handle, it keeps the latch depressed — meaning the door won’t fully close or lock once you step away.
That tiny band effectively keeps the door unlocked and ready for burglars to sneak inside at any time.
Kim’s story is a crucial reminder to always check your door handles carefully and never ignore anything out of the ordinary — especially a simple rubber band.
Stay alert. Protect your home. And spread the word — this small trick could save you and your family from a devastating break-in.
Now, Kim is on a mission to warn others about this sneaky new tactic—urging everyone to be extra cautious before opening the door to strangers.