Burglary Brickwell Ct

Burglary Brickwell Ct

Dear Resident(s)

Burglary

Location Brickwell Ct

Burglary offence took place between 19:45-19:50 21/10/24

Do you have CCTV or Doorbell footage relating to this crime?

Contact Northants Police Quoting police ref 24000629413

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Common methods used by distraction burglars

pretending to be a Police officer, pretending to be from a care agency, the council or a utility company investigating a gas or water leak, seeking help to leave a note for a neighbour or even asking for a drink of water if they claim to be thirsty or unwell.

claiming to be in a hurry or emergency and needing to get into your home quickly.

working in teams, with one person distracting you while the other searches your home

claiming to be in a hurry or emergency and needing to get into your home quickly.

working in teams, with one person distracting you while the other searches your home

If your unsure don’t open the door

There are a number of things you can do to prevent distraction burglary. Don’t be afraid to ask questions about anyone at your door – genuine callers won’t mind. Always remember 'if in doubt, keep them out':

use your door viewer to see who’s there

if you open the door put the chain on first

always ask for ID and check it with the company before letting somebody into your home

use the phone number advertised in the phone book or online, as the number on their identity card could be fake. For a utility company, call the customer service department. Close the door while you do this

if you feel at all unsure, schedule a time for the caller to come back when a friend or relative is there

for pre-planned appointments with utility companies, a password scheme can be set up

Checklist for securing your home when you leave it

It’s vital to leave your home secure whenever you leave it. Getting into an ‘exit routine’ can help ensure that you don’t forget obvious, important things, like not leaving your valuables near windows, or no lights on if it will be dark before you get home. Here’s what you should do just before you go out. Try to get into the habit of following your own course of action when you lock up your home. This will ensure that you don’t forget anything.

Here’s what we recommend you do before you go out:

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

Going away? Here are five tips to help you keep your home and belongings stay safe while you’re away:

if you’re off on holiday and wish to post anything on social media, make sure your posts aren’t public and that they’re only seen by your friends

leave lights and a radio on a timer to make the property appear occupied

get a trusted neighbour to keep an eye on your property or join a Neighbourhood or resident Watch Scheme

consider asking your neighbours to close curtains after dark and to park on your drive

remember to cancel newspaper and milk deliveries

Register your valuables using an accredited property database; these can be found on the Secured by Design website. www.securedbydesign.com Take photographs and keep documents like receipts related to your property so you can prove ownership.

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Michael Harrison
(Police, PCSO, NN4 Northampton North East NPT)