Spennymoor police difficulty domestic safety assistance after damage-ins - The Northern Echo (registration)

POLICE are urging homeowners to tighten up safety at home.

as the dark nights draw in, Spennymoor neighbourhood policing group is asking people to be added vigilant and ensure they lock their doorways and windows before they go out or to mattress and that different features of entry are cozy.

Officers issued the tips by the use of the beat crew's facebook web page and through The Northern Echo following a recent spate of burglaries within the city and Kirk Merrington area.

In a few incidents reported to police, the thieves tried several door handles before gaining entry and stealing property devoid of the owner's expertise.

anybody with counsel involving those incidents or similar suspicious activity is encouraged to get in contact. they could contact the beat crew through dialling 101 and inquiring for Spennymoor NPT workplace.

on the other hand people can deepest message the crew on facebook or electronic mail Sargeant Michael Sammut on michael.sammut@durham.pnn.police.uk

Police commonly subject assistance over iciness as dark nights and mornings can offer cowl to opportunist thieves, yet many burglaries are preventable as almost a 3rd are because of an insecure door or window. suggestions additionally consist of leaving a light-weight on, closing curtains and activating alarms.