| Now that the clocks have gone back and darker evenings are closing in, Thames Valley Police has seen an increase in the number of residential burglaries taking place during the late afternoon and early evening across the Wokingham area. Please be vigilant during the late afternoons and early evenings and report any suspicious people and vehicles in the area. Don’t hesitate to contact the Police on 999 if you see or hear a burglary occurring.
Make your home look occupied at all times. In your absence, lights can be switched on and off by plug in timer sockets or light bulbs with built in light sensors. Alternatively, there are an increasing number of WiFi connective smart systems that enable you to control your lights, central heating and more via a smartphone app from anywhere at any time. If your neighbour has a spare car, ask them to park it on your drive to make it appear that someone is home. Consider installing a video doorbell system and motion activated lighting to deter intruders as they won’t want to be visible to your neighbours or passing traffic. Leaving your home checklist For more advice on how to keep your home safe, visit our website: |
Last modified: November 14, 2019
