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04/07/2013
PSNI Issues Summer Holidays Warning
As Northern Ireland households prepare for the summer holidays, the PSNI has released a warning to encourage people to consider home security before they go away.
Detective Chief Inspector Tracey Mageean said: "We all like to get into that summer holiday mode and look forward to our break away, but criminals will often seize the opportunity to strike when homes are empty, even for a few days. Our message is simple, don't make it easy for them.
"Leaving doors and windows open or unlocked is a common way people leave themselves vulnerable to thieves. Establishing a routine that ensures you check your doors and windows before leaving the house is one of the simplest steps you can take to protect your belongings.
"If you are heading away on holiday remember to cancel milk or paper deliveries. It is also wise to keep valuables out of sight. A safe is a wise investment for securing items such as jewellery, credit cards or financial documents. Don't leave keys in plain view or in a door lock."
The Detective Chief Inspector added: "Local police officers will continue to address burglary and raise awareness of crime prevention however the community can also play a part by looking out for neighbours, reviewing household security, making sure that doors and windows are kept locked and reporting any suspicious activity immediately to police."
(IT/MH)
Detective Chief Inspector Tracey Mageean said: "We all like to get into that summer holiday mode and look forward to our break away, but criminals will often seize the opportunity to strike when homes are empty, even for a few days. Our message is simple, don't make it easy for them.
"Leaving doors and windows open or unlocked is a common way people leave themselves vulnerable to thieves. Establishing a routine that ensures you check your doors and windows before leaving the house is one of the simplest steps you can take to protect your belongings.
"If you are heading away on holiday remember to cancel milk or paper deliveries. It is also wise to keep valuables out of sight. A safe is a wise investment for securing items such as jewellery, credit cards or financial documents. Don't leave keys in plain view or in a door lock."
The Detective Chief Inspector added: "Local police officers will continue to address burglary and raise awareness of crime prevention however the community can also play a part by looking out for neighbours, reviewing household security, making sure that doors and windows are kept locked and reporting any suspicious activity immediately to police."
(IT/MH)
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