I consider it to be a rule of thumb if considering these activities. I could be way off base, but my layman logic is, the fag will report an assault or whatever "crime" against him, and then they'll check the fag's lost phone location and knock on some of OP's neighbor's doors asking general questions. Any mention of a break in or theft mentioned is an easy way to establish motive and anyone with a potential motive would be investigated and the internet history of those with potential motive is likely a first stop. It's what I would do if I were an investigator. We are small fish in a big pond, but we can still be reeled in with ease if not careful.