There's a warning from prestonpolice for homeowners to keep sheds and outbuildings secured in particular as we move into lighter nights 👮
The clocks have gone forward and the evenings are getting lighter and Police across South division, which covers Preston, Chorley, South Ribble and West Lancashire, are warning people to make their home and belongings as hard a target as possible for thieves to hit.
“Thieves will be looking to take advantage of the fact that some people may leave doors and windows open which does present an open invitation to those wanting to take what doesn’t belong to them. “We are continuing to proactively deter and target thieves, but everybody has their part to play to prevent themselves from becoming a victim of burglary. By taking just a few minutes to make sure that your property is secure, it can save anger and frustration in the long run”Lancashire Police has provided a list of some of the things you that you can do to help protect your home and property:
Close and lock your doors and windows when you go out, even if you are just in the garden. Check doors and windows before going to bed.Make sure side gates / sheds / garages are locked and keep boundary fences, walls and gates in good repair. Install security lighting and / or CCTV cameras around your property where possible; they are a great deterrent.Always lock your car and don’t leave things like shopping bags on display.Lancashire Constabulary websiteTo inform Lancashire Police about the issues that concern you about the area that you live in, go to
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