Burglary and Crime in your area

Burglary and Crime in your area

Dear Resident

We have seen several Burglaries and Car crime incidents over recent days around your area.

We would like to take this opportunity to remind people about the need for vigilance and to not leave items on display for potential thieves.

If you see anyone or any vehicle(s) in the area that looked suspicious then please contact Northamptonshire Police on 101. Alternatively you can report online here.

You can also pass on information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Burglars often break in at the rear of properties. Ensure your rear garden is secure at all times with 1.8m perimeter fence/wall/gate and keep all gates locked

Make sure the front of your property is easily seen – fences and hedges should not be more than 1 metre high

Install dusk to dawn lighting above your front door

Keep your doors locked at all times – so many burglars just walk in – don’t make it easy for them!

If you’re not in the room, close the window

Make sure your house looks occupied, leave lights on when you’re out. Use timer switches for when you’re away

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Don't leave items in your vehicle, Thieves will break in for pennies!

More crime prevention advice can be found on the Northamptonshire Police website and on the Neighbourhood Watch website.

If you would like to contact your local policing team, search in the Your Area section of our website.

PCSO Steve Hoadley
Neighbourhood Policing Team

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Steve Hoadley
(Northamptonshire Police, PCSO, NN4 Northampton East)