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Here’s an update on burglary locally. Good evening all,
As we all brave the hot weather relentlessly, please remember to ensure windows and back doors are locked at night when you go to bed and do not underestimate the the brazen attitude of thieves taking advantage of an open door during the day.
Properties that back onto communal garages and open spaces seem to be attracting thieves much like rats to a dustbin and its always worth putting thorny bushes along the perimeter of gardens. Burglars hate leaving DNA and aren't too keen on thorns either.
Generally, its always advisable to ensure valued property serial numbers are recorded as well as photos of jewellery and other valuables to aid in recovery should the unthinkable happen. Should the unthinkable happen, lets not make it easy by putting valuables in obvious places - the back of a sock drawer might deter a casual viewer but a determined thief.
Cash keys gold watches and expensive perfumes often get taken - so they often make a bee line for the bedrooms.
Please keep valuables out of sight, look out for elderly neighbours who can fall for distraction theft and look out for each other by reporting anything suspcious to police.
 Across London, we’re now arresting more than 1,000 extra criminals every month and seeing local crimes like burglary, robbery and theft start to fall, with ‘neighbourhood crime’ down 14%. While we will continue to pursue burglars in the area, there are steps you can do to help keep your property safe. Please go to our website to find the latest advice and guidance on keeping yourself safe and protecting your home. You can report an incident of burglary by 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. 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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