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Seasonal Prevention Advice As we move towards spring, residents are advised to adapt their security habits: Garden & Outbuilding Security: March often sees a rise in thefts from sheds and garages as gardening equipment is brought out.- Lock Up: Ensure sheds are anchored and double-locked. Never leave tools or ladders lying out, as they can be used to gain entry to your home.
- Defensive Planting: Trim hedges at the front to under one metre to remove hiding spots for burglars, and use "spiky" plants or trellis on rear fences (over 1.8m) to deter climbers.
Vehicle Safety:- Keyless Theft: Store fobs in a Faraday pouch away from windows/doors to block signal-relay attacks.
Personal Safety:- Phone Snatching: Be alert near road crossings; criminals on e-scooters or bikes may target pedestrians distracted by phones or headphones.
- Public Transit: Keep bags closed and concealed at Norwood Junction, especially during busy commuting hours.
Local Support & Reporting Property Marking: Register valuables at on approved websites and mark items with your postcode to make them harder to resell.Stay Informed: Sign up for the MetEngage messaging service for real-time updates from your local officers.Non-Emergencies: Report suspicious activity or non-urgent crimes by calling 101 or using the Met Police online reporting tool. You can also contact your Ward team through MetEngage.
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