Warning over spate of house break-ins
Crime Reporter BOLD thieves have been chancing their arm by trying doors in Glasgow’s East End.
Cops have issued a warning to householders after they received reports of doors being tried in Mount Vernon.
Officers urged householders to simply lock their doors and they also said keep car keys out of sight.
A Police Scotland spokesman said: “There have been reports of persons trying doors in the Mount Vernon area. Please lock doors and call police if you see anything suspicious.
He added: “Police attended these reports, and enquiries are ongoing to trace those who are responsible. Keep valuables including car keys locked away.”
Their warning comes on the back of break-ins in the East End.
In the last week, cops have launched a probe into a housebreaking in Armadale Street, Dennistoun.
They also received a report of a sneak-in theft at Dalton Street in Shettleston. The car keys on this occasion were removed from an unlocked house before the thieves bolted with the vehicle.
The Evening Times reported back in February of at least two housebreaking incidents in Dal- marnock Village alone which happened in the middle of the night.
We reported that thieves were able to gain access to properties through unlocked doors or windows.
Police Scotland previously issued security advice to householders to avoid being the victim of a housebreaking.
Householders are advised to use timer switches on lights and radios to make it look as if their home is occupied.
You should also ensure all doors and windows are secure when you leave your property or go to bed.
In addition, you should protect your property by using security lighting at the front and back of your home, and you can also lock away outdoor items such as gardening tools and ladders.
Police also say you should use a good quality lock on sheds and make a note of all makes, models and serial numbers of your property. Anyone who has been the victim of a theft or has information in relation to the break-ins should contact the police on 101.