Walaby wrote:
So how does one know someone attempted to steal a locked surge protector. If it was there when you got back, how do you know they tried to take it?
My take - neighbor was wrong. Even if he thought the stuff was abandoned, he clearly didn't waste any time to run over there and grab what he could. Self contained guys (A/B/Cs) have a unique situation they have to deal with unless they have a separate vehicle.
I don't think the OP should be blamed, but if it happened once, I probably would not let it happen again. Leave a note on the post that says 'Im coming back'!!!!
Mike
My surge protector is secured with a cable type combination bicycle lock. If you try different numbers you can get it to partially open, which is how I could tell someone had messed with it.
From the comments on this post, it is very clear that many people don't respect other's property. It was theft, plain and simple.