Summer burglary warning

POLICE in Cheshire are urging residents to stay vigilant against opportunistic thieves targeting homes this summer.

With warmer weather, residents will be tempted to leave doors and windows open – but this could leave you vulnerable to potential burglars on the look-out for an easy target.

Chief Superintendent Alison Ross of Cheshire Constabulary said: “We know the public understand the importance of keeping their home secure but it’s important that we think outside the box with the hot weather imminent.

“It’s tempting to leave a window in the back open or the front door unlocked while you are in the garden or even just to nip up the shop – however there are career thieves out there who look out for these signs and sneak into homes to take expensive and sentimental items while homeowners are blissfully unaware.

“I can’t say enough how important it is for people to be vigilant as burglars will be on the prowl, preying on houses and flats, scoping out the windows or doors that are frequently open.

“Please think twice when leaving a window, door or gate open when sunny weather arrives – to stop yourself from being a target.”

Chief Supt Ross added: “To those thieves thinking about trying to sneak in to homes this summer, know that we will be watching and waiting. We will be upping our response and making it incredibly difficult to even think about committing this type of crime.

“If you are suspected as coming into the county to target homes – we will target you and take action.”

For more home safety tips, visit: https://www.cheshire.police.uk/cp/ crime-prevention/