There has been an increase of this type of burglary. The perpetrator puts a bent pole through the letter box and opens the door from the inside. This is an easy and quiet access to premises and works when doors have not been deadlocked from inside.

Vehicles are being stolen from these venues as car keys are clearly visible.

When in your property at night double lock the door so a key is required to open the door and it cannot be opened just by using the handle inside.

Keep a key in a place all members of the family are aware of to open the doors in case of an emergency but out of sight of a burglar.