It may be difficult to protect your family tomb or grave-site from theft and vandalism without actually being there around the clock. But there are ways to document the site in case of a crime.

1. If you own a tomb, please remember that it is important to check it for missing items at each visit.
   
   
2. Take photographs from all angles possible and record the date. Keep these in a safe place.
   
   
3. Cemetery statuary can be very similar. Try to find marks that make yours unique and record them.
   
   
4. If something is missing, report it not only to the cemetery operator, but most importantly to the police department. If something is stolen from your site and recovered by the police, your documentation will allow them to return the item to you easily.
   
   
5. If possible, visit your tomb regularly. A well cared for tomb or a site with flowers left regularly may act as a deterrent to thieves looking for an abandoned tomb to rob. SOC provides security at several New Orleans cemeteries on holidays and All Saints' Day. Call our office to find out when is the best time to visit.

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