🚨 Shed Burglary Alert - Withington 🚨

A burglary took place between the hours of 23:00 on Wednesday 19th, and 09:00 on Thursday 20th February in Withington. A shed to the rear of a residential property was broken into and some valuable tools and gardening items were taken.

🔒 Crime Prevention Advice 🔒 

- Secure doors and windows: Ensure all external doors in your home and outbuildings have sturdy locks, and windows are closed and locked when you’re not at home.

- Install lighting: Outdoor motion-sensor lighting can act as a deterrent.

- Keep valuables out of sight: Avoid leaving items such as jewellery, electronics and expensive tools visible from windows.

- Mark your property: Use a UV pen or other property marking systems to make stolen items easier to trace.

- Consider installing CCTV – A visible camera system can deter criminals and provide evidence if needed. Even a dummy camera can act as a deterrent.

- Consider installing CCTV – A visible camera system can deter criminals and provide evidence if needed. Even a dummy camera can act as a deterrent.

- Be a good neighbour: Keep an eye on each other’s properties and report anything unusual.