Crime Prevention / Awareness Advice

Crime Prevention / Awareness Advice

🎄 Crime Prevention Advice – Canterbury Christmas Market 🎄

The Christmas Market is a safe and welcoming place, and incidents of handbag dipping are not common. This advice is shared purely as a preventative measure to help everyone enjoy the festive season with peace of mind.

👜 Keep bags zipped and closed – avoid leaving them open or loosely fastened.

👀 Stay alert in crowded areas – thieves may take advantage of distractions.

🎁 Carry bags in front of you – especially shoulder or cross‑body bags.

💳 Limit what you carry – only bring essential cash/cards, and keep valuables out of sight.

🤝 Look out for each other – remind friends and family to stay aware.

🚨 Report suspicious behaviour – if you see something, tell market staff or police officers on patrol.

✨ By taking these simple steps, you’re helping to keep the market safe and festive for everyone.

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Ashley McMahan
(Kent Police, Police Constable, Canterbury Neighbourhood Beat Officer)