CHRISTMAS CRIME MENU Keep crime off your menu Dear Resident A high percentage of crime is committed by opportunists so please read and “digest” this special menu and don’t let criminals enjoy Christmas at your expense! STARTER Your Car Gifts left in full view (don’t leave shopping in view) Keys left in the ignition (never leave keys in the ignition – even for a short period, when you are defrosting it or popping into a garage.) Mobile phone, wallets, purses etc left in your glove box (take all valuables with you) MAIN COURSE Your House Doors and windows not secured (ensure all doors and windows are locked and lock uPVC doors by pulling up the handle and turning the key) Presents displayed in full view of windows under the Christmas Tree Car keys and handbags conveniently placed (never leave car keys or handbags where they can be easily seen/ found) The unoccupied look (Are you going away? Consider using lights on timer switches, cancel milk and papers, ask a neighbour to keep an eye on your house and maybe park a car on your drive.) DESSERT Your Property Bicycles not secured (lock all bicycles and have them marked with your post code and house number) Large amounts of cash carried in handbag / wallet (do not carry large amounts of cash) Purses / mobile phones in unzipped bags (pick pockets can easily take items from unguarded handbags whilst you are busy shopping) COFFEE Passing stolen goods to the unsuspecting (if you are offered a quality product at a bargain price – ensure the source is genuine) The Aylesbury Vale Neighbourhood Policing Teams wish you all a happy, safe and crime free festive period and a Peaceful New Year
Posted on: Sat, 20 Dec 2014 12:16:12 +0000