How to Shred Documents: Amarillo Crime Stoppers Event

As we are getting closer to the tax deadline in Amarillo, we may be looking around your house. You are probably realizing how many sensitive documents you have lying around. There may be things that you don't need anymore.

Odds are you’ve held onto those documents well past the recommended seven-year retention period. You want to get rid of them, but you are a bit worried. You don't want your information, like your social security number, out there.

The 7-Year Rule: Which Documents Are Safe to Shred?

You don't have the time to destroy them yourself safely. You never invested in a home shredder. So what can you possibly do? I mean, this stuff is taking up drawers and drawers in your home.

Luckily, there is an event coming up that is there to help plus you can help a good cause. Amarillo Crime Stoppers is hosting its 19th Annual "Shred It Day." All you have to do is box or bag up your sensitive documents and load up the car.

On April 11, from 10 AM to 2 PM, just bring them to Document Shredding & Storage (DSS) at 2727 SW 45th, and they will take care of the shredding for you. That is really all there is to it.

You don't have to worry about scammers rummaging through your garbage and getting your information. You’ll have peace of mind knowing that your data won't be used to open fraudulent accounts in your name.

Supporting the Mission: How Your Donation Funds Crime Tips

There is a 4-bag or box limit per vehicle, and the cost is only a donation. That money will be given to Amarillo Crime Stoppers to help with their projects and rewards for tips. So it's a way to pay back and to keep our city a bit safer.

As you are finishing up your taxes or even enjoying the refund you already got, now is the time to make sure your stuff stays safe. Go through those drawers. Check through your house and get rid of anything that has confidential information on it that you no longer need.

Do a little spring cleaning and keep your information safe.