Police probe into Flintshire burglary and garden wanderer

In its update on the last 24 hours, North Wales Police's North Flintshire team said it has received a report of a residential burglary in Bagillt.

Officers have attended and CSI officers will be attending to collect evidence, police said.

The policing team said while the matter is very unlikely to be linked - it has also received a report of a person disturbed while wandering around a garden in Connah's Quay.

A spokesperson for the policing team said: "We have continued patrols through the night, and during the twilight hours."

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Police have issued the following tips to keep homes safe and secure from burglars: 

• Lock all doors and windows- even when at home.

• Leave a light on - give the impression that someone is at home by keeping a light on, or use a timer if you won’t be in. Also consider installing outdoor lighting too.

• Don’t advertise that you’re away on social media- this tells burglars that your house is empty.

• Use visible deterrents and security- think visible cameras or even just a sticker to say that cameras are in operation.

• Keep valuables out of sight & don’t leave packaging for expensive items outside your property either.