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🚨 COMMUNITY SMART ALERT – BURGLARY INCREASE 🚨 Dear Residents, We are advising of a recent increase in burglaries across East Staffordshire, particularly targeting residential properties. Offences have occurred at various times of day, including when homes appear unoccupied. Your vigilance can make a real difference. Please take a moment to review the following crime prevention advice:
🔐 How to Protect Your HomeLock all doors and windows every time you leave the house – even for short periods.Double-lock UPVC doors by lifting the handle fully and turning the key.Keep keys out of sight, away from doors and letterboxes.Install security lighting and consider a visible alarm system or CCTV.Use timer switches on lights to give the impression someone is home.
🔍 Reduce Opportunities for OffendersAvoid leaving valuables on display, especially near windows.Register property on Immobilise (www.immobilise.com) to help recover stolen items.Secure sheds and garages with strong locks and avoid storing tools openly.Mark your property using UV pens or forensic marking kits.
🏡 When You’re AwayAsk a trusted neighbour to keep an eye on your property.Cancel or redirect post/deliveries to prevent build-up.Do not advertise holidays or absences on social media in real time.
👀 Be Alert & Report Suspicious ActivityLook out for unknown individuals loitering, door handles being tried, or vehicles acting suspiciously.Note descriptions, locations, times, and report concerns.Call 999 in an emergency or if a crime is in progress.For non-urgent information, contact police on 101 or report online.
By working together and taking simple precautions, we can help reduce these incidents and keep our community safe. | 
