NewPark Mall officials want to help everyone keep an eye on their toys, clothes and presents as well as their personal items as they navigate the holiday shopping season.

If news reports are any indication, officers around the Bay Area have been especially busy in the past week investigating shoplifting reports and a number of armed robberies, several of which occurred in daylight hours in busy shopping districts.

The Newark Police Department reported at least seven arrests linked to attempted thefts at Sears, the Burlington Coat Factory and other department stores between Dec. 4 and Monday.

Authorities in Walnut Creek are investigating whether an attempted robbery at a Lafayette jewelry store Friday was connected to another robbery spree in downtown Walnut Creek, while Pleasanton Police reported an armed bank robbery around noon on Tuesday at a shopping complex.

According to general manager Kelly Gardner, there are signs at NewPark Mall entrances that remind shoppers to lock their cars, take their keys and hide their belongings.

Watch this video to find more ways to keep your belongings safe while taking advantage of the biggest deals inside the mall.

If you have questions or need help, call NewPark Mall Security at 510-284-1690.