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Suspicious Incident at Ordelmere, Letchworth


Dear Resident

 

On 05/03/2025 at 12:13am a suspicious incident took place in Ordelmere, Letchworth

An unknown black male has approached the front and side door of a property and looked around the access points, no attempt to access was made and the male left the area. 

Please contact the police on the non-emergency number 101, quoting HC-05032025-0718 if you or your neighbours have any information relating to this incident. Alternatively, you can give information anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Please be vigilant and do report any suspicious activity or behaviour in the area.

Tips to prevent burglary:

  • Check downstairs windows and doors are securely locked before you leave or go to bed. 

  • Use a “Fake TV” or timer switches on lamps to give the impression someone is at home.

  • Don’t leave keys, phones or other valuables on windowsills or in any other visible place.

  • Secure UPVC doors by lifting the handle and locking it to engage the security features.

  • Consider using a doorbell camera, interior camera or a monitored burglar alarm. 

  • Securely lock rear gates, sheds and garages. 

  • Keep tools and ladders locked away, as they could be used to break into your home.

  • For more detailed advice, including a printable Home Security Self-Assessment, please visit the “Protect Your Home” section of our website: www.herts.police.uk/ProtectYourHome


    Please click here to complete the survey


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    Michael Hoare
    (Hertfordshire Constabulary, Police Constable, North Herts - Letchworth)

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