BURGLARY ALERT | Links Avenue, Southport
Merseyside police was this morning visiting an address in Links avenue following a burglary that happened last night between 3pm – 10.30pm (19th April).
At this stage it is unclear if anything has been stolen, however the home owner has reported some damage to the fence and the living room window.
A police spokesperson said: “Residents need to take more time to ensure their property and deter thieves”.
“It is vital that we all do everything we can to stop these people in their tracks”.
“It doesn’t take long to double-check you’ve locked up your house or car properly and it could save you the hours of stress and upset that come with being burgled.”
Simple steps to deter burglars and car thieves, include:
Lock front and back doors when you are elsewhere in the house or in your back garden
Make sure you lock UPVC doors properly by lifting the handle and turning the key
Make use of your burglar alarm when you are going out or to bed at night
Keep valuables such as laptops, phones and handbags out of sight and away from windows where someone peering in can spot them
Don’t leave valuables on display in your vehicle – take them with you or, if you can’t, at least put them out of sight in the boot
Always lock your vehicle, even if only leaving it unattended for a few moments, and activate the alarm.
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