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Crime Prevention Advice - Burglary |
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Dear residents,
As the evenings get darker, here are some safety tips.
The most basic home security measure is to simply lock up. This gets overlooked more often than you think, and a surprising number of people leave windows open or forget to lock the door. Don’t make it easy for burglars!
Your home Keep front and back doors locked at all times - even when you're at home Light up your front door with dusk to dawn lighting - make sure it's visible from the street. Keep keys and valuables out of sight, and reach, from cat flaps, letterboxes and downstairs doors and windows. If you have a burglar alarm, use it! Always keep your car locked and close the windows - even if you are only leaving the vehicle for a few moments. Always remove all items from your vehicle when parked - even an old coat may be enough to tempt a thief. Ensure when removing your sat nav, that the cradle and suction pad are also removed, and any suction marks are wiped away. And the best way for safer communities is to connect with your area and neighbours. Say hello and help others if you see they need help bringing the wheelie bin in or if you see suspicious activities, report it.
You can also pass on information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
More crime prevention advice can be found on the Northamptonshire Police website and on the Neighbourhood Watch website. If you would like to contact your local policing team, search in the Your Area section of our website.
PCSO Marlow
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