i.e. whether my sis and I were crazy to even consider it a possibility. I did a quick google and here is a sample of what I found:
A tip sheet from the Stratham, NH police department on Crime Prevention Tips for Garage Sales (Stratham is a town with a population of about 7500):
Garage Sale Thefts Common Problem for Sellers:
Yard Sale Safety:
The internet is full of warnings like the above links. Apparently, thieves at garage sales isn’t a rare thing. So, apparently, sis and I aren’t crazy and paranoid. 😉 And when you think about it, it would be a pretty easy way to steal both cash and valuables without getting caught.