Recent burglaries in North Wales have seen police urging residents and business owners to be “extra vigilant”.

North Wales Police have added some recommendations on the Community Alerts system for people to secure their home and belongings.

They recommend that residents:

  • Close and lock all your doors and windows, even if you’re only going out for a few minutes.
  • Double-lock any door.
  • Make sure that any valuables are out of sight.
  • Keep handbags away from the letterbox or cat flap and hide all keys including car keys, as a thief could hook keys or valuables through even a small opening.
  • Never leave car documents or ID in obvious places such as kitchens or hallways.
  • In the evening, shut the curtains and leave lights on.
  • If you’re out all day, then it’s advisable to use a timer device to automatically turn lights and a radio on at night.
  • Set your burglar alarm.
  • Make sure the side gate is locked.
  • Lock your shed or garage.
  • Lock your bike inside a secure shed or garage, to a robust fitting bolted to the ground or wall, like a ground anchor.
  • Please check that all CCTV is in working order

North Wales Police have more information on their website at:https://www.northwales.police.uk/cp/crime-prevention/protect-home-crime/

If you think you have been a victim of burglary/theft or seen anything suspicious, please call 101 or use our live chat facility on the website. In an emergency, always dial 999

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