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20/05/2019
PSNI Urge Vigilance Over Home Security
The PSNI is urging the public to prioritise the security of their homes over the summer months.
As temperatures rise, homeowners, landlords and tenants are reminded that gardens and outbuildings should be secured as well as the main property.
"Garden crime is an unfortunate reality," the PSNI warned.
"Spending money on security for your property and garden is a good investment. Approved security fittings will last a long time, they can add value to your property and help deter the thief."
The following straight forward steps can deter criminals from targeting your home:
• Protect vulnerable areas such as windows, fences, boundary walls and drainpipes.
• Security mark all your valuables. Use a UV pen or forensic marking kit. Mark these items with your post code and house number.
• Keep your shed in good condition. Fit a closed shackle padlock to the door. Fittings should be bolted through the door and any screws concealed. Fit meshes or grilles to the windows and invest in an alarm.
•Make sure that large items such as bicycles are chained together.
•Ladders should be locked to a secure fixture in the shed or garage so they cannot be used to access upstairs windows.
Any suspicious activity can be reported by calling non-emergency line 101, or 999 in the case of an emergency.
(JG/CM)
As temperatures rise, homeowners, landlords and tenants are reminded that gardens and outbuildings should be secured as well as the main property.
"Garden crime is an unfortunate reality," the PSNI warned.
"Spending money on security for your property and garden is a good investment. Approved security fittings will last a long time, they can add value to your property and help deter the thief."
The following straight forward steps can deter criminals from targeting your home:
• Protect vulnerable areas such as windows, fences, boundary walls and drainpipes.
• Security mark all your valuables. Use a UV pen or forensic marking kit. Mark these items with your post code and house number.
• Keep your shed in good condition. Fit a closed shackle padlock to the door. Fittings should be bolted through the door and any screws concealed. Fit meshes or grilles to the windows and invest in an alarm.
•Make sure that large items such as bicycles are chained together.
•Ladders should be locked to a secure fixture in the shed or garage so they cannot be used to access upstairs windows.
Any suspicious activity can be reported by calling non-emergency line 101, or 999 in the case of an emergency.
(JG/CM)
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