Shed breaks

Overnight several residents from Maerdy View have been victims of shed/outhouse break-ins where various items were taken. We would like to take this opportunity to remind residents to remain vigilant and keep all sheds, outhouses and garages locked at all times, especially through the night. If you have any outside lighting or CCTV cameras please utilise them as best you can. We would also recommend keeping an eye on any elderly neighbours taking the time to assess their levels of security if you can. 

Burglary is a particularly invasive crime that can have a lasting impact on victims. If you have been a victim and need support and help, you should have been offered the services of Victim Support. You may have declined at the time, or not noticed the offer, but can refer yourself at any time by either calling 0808 168 9111 or visiting their website www.victimsupport.org.uk. 

Burglars do not want to get caught, so taking action to make your home or business premises safe and less attractive to thieves can go a long way to reducing the risk.

Not all advice, or security products recommended are the same, or necessarily fit for purpose. 

If looking to take positive action to prevent yourself from being a victim of this type of crime, help and advice can be found on the Neighbourhood Watch website.

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