Burglary and tips on prevention

Most burglaries happen during the day and often access is gained through open doors and window.

When leaving your home even for a short period
DO NOT

• Leave a note on the door telling callers you will be back later
• leave milk on the doorstep
• leave garage door open with no vehicle inside
• leave curtains drawn during the day
• leave a door key in a hiding place or on a piece of string attached to the letterbox.
• display valuable items in a window.

DO

• take the key from all locks
• fit a security dead lock especially if you have glass panelled doors that can easily be smashed
• lock tools away in sheds, garages and use a padlock
• leave any ladders outside secured to a fixture using a chain and padlock
• close all windows and doors
• leave a light on if you go out at night but not in the hallway.

YOU'VE BEEN BURGLED

1. Phone 999 and report the burglary
2. Don't start clearing up the mess before the police say you can
3. start making a note of the items missing.