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Avoid holiday crime

Updated: November 20, 2012
WASHINGTON -- The Better Business Bureau predicts the average holiday shopper will spend about $750 this season. And criminals want their share.
For tips on how to avoid problems check out the National Crime Prevention Council website.

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