“Look at your home through a burglar’s eyes, and ask yourself: How would you get in if you’d forgotten your keys?
if you can get in, so can a burglar Tips by THE STATES OF JERSEY POLICE Burglary
It can be one of the easiest crimes to prevent and in the UK it is one of the most common, with nearly one house burgled every minute on the mainland. Fortunately Jersey doesn’t see statistics like this, but never-the- less we should still be vigilant when it comes to protecting our property.
If you are unlucky enough to have been a victim of burglary, you will know that you can lose more than possessions, and that a break-in, even when you’re not home, has a major impact on you and your family’s sense of safety and well-being.
Safeguarding your home against opportunist thieves can be as simple as ensuring doors and windows are locked and secure when you are not at home. There are a lot of things you can do to make your house burglary- resistant, and here are some tips you can use to help you keep your family safe and your home and its contents intact.
Most burglaries are carried out by opportunist thieves. In 2 out of 10 burglaries, they don’t even have to use force – they get in through an open door or window.
• Make sure your doors and windows are locked and the locks are in good condition.
• Don’t advertise the fact you may be away, and use automatic light timers.
• Gravel paths deter thieves because of the noise they make when walking on them.
• Never leave spare keys hidden in your garage, shed or garden.
• Put trellising on top of fences and walls for further protection.
• Invest in a good alarm system and locks.
• Good lighting deters intruders, consider lights with dawn to dusk sensors.
Look at your home through a burglar’s eyes, and ask yourself: How would you get in if you’d forgotten your keys? if you can get in, so can a burglar. Are there places where they could break in without being seen? Would they have to make a lot of noise by breaking glass? When you go on holiday make sure you tell a neighbour or your parish hall.
Bicycle Security
When leaving your bike unattended, follow these simple steps to lock thieves out and ensure your bike remains safe and secure:
• Get your bike security marked and registered - the police can do this for you.
• Record details of your bike, frame number, distinguishing features and take a photo of it.
• Invest in a good bike lock. They are relatively
inexpensive, and D-locks or combination locks are best. Look for ‘Sold Secure’ approved models or ask at a bicycle shop for a recommendation.
• Whenever you leave your
Should you be unfortunate enough to have your bike stolen, always report it to the police on 612612. If you want to get more information on safety for other aspects of your home and lifestyle, visit our website
www.jersey.police.uk
bicycle unattended, make sure you lock it to something secure. A purpose built bicycle rack is ideal. Lock the frame and both wheels to the stand.
• Make the lock and bike hard to manoeuvre by securing your bike as close to the stand as possible.
• Take removable parts with you, for example; saddle, wheels and lights.
• Lock your bike in well-lit areas that are covered by CCTV. It is generally best to use designated cycle parking stands.
It is always best to lock your cycle where it will be visible so that thieves will have less opportunity to steal or vandalise it. Avoid hiding your cycle out of public view, otherwise you can give thieves the time and privacy to steal it.
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