Tuesday 1 December 2020

Crime Prevention this Christmas

Sadly, crime rates can increase over the Christmas period. There are some simple things you can do to protect your property and belongings ...

👉 Keep keys, cash and expensive items out of sight

👉 Use a timer switch on lights to make your home look occupied, when you're away

👉 Keep gates locked a boundaries secure

👉 Keep hedges cut for better surveillance

👉 Close and secure all doors and windows when you leave home

👉 Lock away bikes, tools, garden equipment, etc. These can either be stolen or used to assist break-in

👉 Consider installing an alarm system

👉 Mark valuable property and keep an inventory of valuables, along with photos

👉 Consider appropriate insurance

SECOND-HAND GOODS

👉 DON'T be tempted by cheap deals. If an offer looks too good to be true it probably is! Only buy goods from a source that you know is genuine.

👉 Handling or trading in stolen goods is a crime. If caught, you could receive a fine of up to £5,000 or up to 14 years in prison.

Check out:

Burglary Prevention Toolkit

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