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Burglary - Residential - Maddox Road, Hemel Hempstead, HP2 4QF.


Dear Resident

 

On the 28th of March 2025, between 13:45hrs and 15:15hrs, a burglary took place at Maddox Road, Hemel Hempstead, HP2 4QF.

The offender is unknown at this moment in time. The victim came back to his address and found out that someone has broken into and a messy search has been done. unknown at this moment in time if any items have been stolen. The victim believes that the offender(s) has entered from the rear window of the house.

 

If you have any information relating to this crime you can click the reply button at the bottom of the email, or by contacting the police on the non-emergency number 101, quoting crime number 41/28921/25. 

 

Alternatively, you can give information anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

 

Tips to prevent burglary:  

 

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

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

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

  • Securely lock rear gates, sheds and garages.   

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

  • Use laminate glass where possible for any rear doors or windows. If this is not practicable, consider the use of security film over existing windows.   

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

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

  • Consider adding trellis to any side or rear boundaries to add extra height up to a maximum of 2 metres.  

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

    If you need to report a crime please call 101 or go online here.

     

    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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    Andrea Salzano
    (Hertfordshire Constabulary, PCSO, Dacorum - Kings Langley and Hemel Hempstead South)

    Neighbourhood Alert Cyber Essentials