Crime Prevention Advice - There has been a burglary in a street in the LERA area.
What are burglars looking for?
Burglars don't just target empty properties. Recently there has been a spate of burglaries where people's car keys have been hooked through their letterboxes.
How can you deter burglars?
· Stop letterbox burglaries by storing keys away from the front door. Take your car keys upstairs with you when you go to bed.
· Fit proper locks on windows and doors. And remember to use them.
· Never leave a spare key concealed near the front door (burglars' know all the hiding places).
· Install timers that switch lights or radios on and off automatically.
· If you go out after dark, draw the curtains and leave some lights on.
· Don't label house keys, in case you lose them.
· If you live in a flat don't let strangers in via the entry phone system.
· Try and keep valuables out of sight from windows. That includes Christmas presents.
· Double lock your doors.
· Fit extra locks to garage doors.
For more information visit www.met.police.uk/crimeprevention
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