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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. Morning residents,
We are requesting your help with two recent attempted burglaries, a theft of a motorbike and a theft of a bicycle in the area. We are currently seeking your help if you saw anything suspicious or have any intelligence.
This may include CCTV/ Ring doorbell footage.
SHORTLANDS ROAD: On 12th February 2026, a home was broken into accessed by jumping over a garden fence. Nothing was taken. See www.securedbydesign.com for focused crime prevention relating to this incident.
ARTHUR ROAD: Between 13th-14th February 2026, a home was broken into accessed via the back garden. Nothing was taken.
See www.securedbydesign.com for focused crime prevention relating to this incident.
WINDMILL RISE: 9th February 2026, a motorbike was stolen from outside a property at approximately 03:10hrs
We would advise using garages were possible, obtaining a tracker and adding all lock & alarm features. See www.securedbydesign.com
EATON DRIVE: On the 17th February a bicycle was stolen between 04:15-04:25hrs.
See www.securedbydesign.com for focused crime prevention relating to this incident.
If you reside in any of these areas or were passing/ in the area and noticed anything you would like to share, please contact us today.
 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. Get Involved Please consider getting involved and contribute to the local priority survey, we may be unaware of issues that you would like us to focus on. Take a few minutes to securely and privately register and have your say using the button below, this will mean we can focus on things that matter to you. 
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