I had just come home after a long and exhausting day at work. I was terribly tired – all I wanted was to take off my shoes, crash on the couch, and maybe even doze off for a bit. I walked up to the door as usual, automatically reaching for my keys… and then I noticed something strange.

There was a small coin stuck in the lock. Really tiny, almost invisible, but it clearly didn’t belong there. I live alone, and I definitely hadn’t left anything like that.

At first, I thought it was just a coincidence or someone’s dumb prank. But then a cold chill ran down my spine — what if it wasn’t random?

I quickly pulled my hand away from the door handle and did what instinct told me to do — I called the police. While waiting, I started frantically searching for information. And I found out something terrifying… 😱😱 If you ever see something like this, be careful 😲 More in the first comment 👇👇

📌 Turns out this is an old trick used by scammers and burglars.
They insert a coin (or a thin piece of plastic) between the door and the frame — usually near the lock.

The idea is simple: if you’re home, you’ll open and close the door, and the coin will fall out. But if it stays there for several days, it means no one is home — and the place becomes a burglary target.

It’s a quiet and almost invisible way for thieves to check whether someone is away on vacation or a business trip. That’s how they pick their “target.”

⚠️ What you can do to protect yourself:

• Always check your locks and door edges, even if you live in a safe neighborhood.
• If you’re going away for a while, ask a neighbor to keep an eye on your place.
• Install security cameras or at least a fake alarm system.
• Pay attention to small things near your door: paper, coins, strange marks.

I still don’t know if someone was really planning to break into my apartment… but ever since, I’ve been much more alert. And I suggest you do the same.

Check your locks. Today.