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Christmas Crime Prevention Advice Stay safe at home, online and out and about Phone Safety – Be switched on Phone thieves don’t just want your phone – they want access to your bank accounts, personal information and identity. Protect yourself by: Turning on anti-theft protection features (find My Device, remote lock/wipe)Using strong, separate passwords for banking and financial apps.Being alert to people watching you unlock your phone in publicAvoiding using your phone close to the roadside where it could be snatched Beware of bogus Callers Be cautious of anyone claiming to be delivery drivers, tradespeople of officials.Always check I.D Genuine callers won’t rush youIf unsure don’t open the door-call the company or 999 if you feel threatened.Out and About Keep bags zipped and phones secureAvoid displaying large amounts of cashStay alert in busy shops, pubs and transport hubs.Look out for Each Other Check on vulnerable neighboursReport suspicious behaviour early – small things can prevent bigger crimes.Reporting 999 – if a crime is happening now101 / online – non-emergency concerns From all of us at the Heston Central Safer Neighbour Team, we wish you a safe and Merry Christmas. | 
