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Police are appealing for information following a suspicious incident outside a residential property in Walterbush/Cornish Road area. A suspect wearing a balaclava was captured on a Ring doorbell camera at 2:55am on Tuesday the 3rd of June, potentially looking to break into the property, presumably to steal vehicle keys. Upon realising they were being recorded, the suspect fled the scene on foot. Further information suggests that the same male was on the Lords Piece Road area at approximately 2:30am. This may be linked to an Audi TT that was in the area at the same time. We urge anyone who may have witnessed this individual in the area or has relevant CCTV footage to come forward. Your information could be vital in preventing further incidents and ensuring community safety. All information received will be treated as strictly confidential. Crime Prevention Advice: Securing Your Vehicle and Home To protect your property from similar incidents, consider the following security measures: 1. Secure Your Vehicle Keys Store keys safely: Keep car keys, including spares, away from windows and doors to prevent thieves from accessing them through letterboxes or windows. Use signal-blocking pouches: Place key fobs in Faraday bags or signal-blocking pouches to prevent relay attacks, where thieves amplify the signal to unlock and start your vehicle. 2. Enhance Home Security Install visible security cameras: Place CCTV cameras at entry points and around your property to deter potential intruders.Use motion-sensor lighting: Illuminate dark areas around your home to make it less appealing to burglars. Secure windows and doors: Ensure all entry points are locked and consider upgrading to reinforced doors and windows. 3. Vehicle Security Measures Lock your vehicle: Always lock your car, even when parked on your driveway or in your garage.Use physical deterrents: Install steering wheel locks or brake pedal locks to make it more difficult for thieves to steal your vehicle.Park in well-lit areas: Choose parking spots that are well-lit and, if possible, monitored by CCTV.Vehicle immobilisers; A vehicle immobiliser is a highly effective anti-theft device that prevents a car from starting without the correct key or fob, making it significantly more difficult for thieves to steal the vehicleRegister your CCTV with the police: Inform local law enforcement about your security cameras to assist in investigations if needed.By implementing these measures, you can significantly reduce the risk of theft If you have any information regarding the suspect or the incident, please contact police 101 and quote 43250273492 |
