Local Priorities Burglary Message

I wanted to provide you with an update regarding burglary, which people around your area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the priority survey.

On Tuesday 30th September 2025 there had been a burglary on Chichester Avenue. Residents had only been out for approximately thirty minutes from 1130 - 1200. Then entry seems to have occurred through the back window which was smashed and open at 1154. While it is not yet confirmed what exactly has been stolen, I would strongly advise everyone look after and lock up their jewellery as the suspects believe it to be difficult to track down. Secure any entry through the back gardens and remember the goal is to make sure you can delays the burglars enough so that the officers can make their way and get them. Otherwise we will need information such as descriptions, times, directions, and possibly forensics.

Crime reference number is 01/8034552/25. If you know anything, please let us know via 101, Replying to this message, or go to the Metropolitan Police Website.
After we find out more details we will give additional advice on what you can do to stay safe.

While we will continue to pursue burglars in the area, there are steps you can do to help keep your property safe. Make sure that you:  

• Double lock your door every time you leave the house  

• If you can, move garden furniture or bins away from windows so that thieves cannot use them to gain access.  

• Use laminated glass or security film on ground floor and accessible windows.  

• Use a sash stop if you have sash windows to prevent people opening them enough to climb through.  

• If your windows open outwards, use a key operated lock – check these are locked before leaving the house.  

• Make sure all valuables are out of sight. 

• Keep handbags and keys away from letterboxes or cat flaps.  

• In the evening shut the curtains and leave lights on.  

• Set your burglar alarm 

• Lock your  shed or garage 

• Mark, register or record your valuables. 

Please go to our website to find the latest advice and guidance on keeping yourself safe.

If you ever experience this issue or have information regarding an incident, please report it using our online reporting tools at https://www.met.police.uk/, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101.  

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