Where

• There has been an increase in the number of dwelling burglaries recently reported to the police in Swindon and surrounding area.

• A property in The Street, Liddington,Swindon has been subject to a burglary.

When 

• This offence occurred between 0.01am Friday 13^th and 12.29pm Sunday 15^th  November 2009.

How

• General methods of entry have included forcing doors and windows, although in some cases entry has been made via doors and windows left insecure overnight or while the home owner was out.

• Please be especially aware of the need to keep your home as secure as possible at all times by locking doors and windows.

•  On this occasion entry was gained by forcing double glazed window, property taken from within.

What Can I Do

• All offences of burglary are being actively investigated but the Police are grateful for any information that may identify the persons responsible for these crimes. Please be aware of any strangers in your area who appear to be behaving suspiciously or trading from door to door.

• Record descriptions of such people and any vehicles that they may have with them and contact the Police on 0845 408 7000 or dial 999 in an emergency. Remember that you can also provide information anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

• Please pass this warning on to your friends or relations, as security in the home is important to everyone. Further home security advice can be obtained from Swindon Crime Reduction Department on 0845 408 7000.

• A FREE Burglary information pack has been published to help the public take simple preventative steps to protect their home. The pack can be viewed online at www.homeoffice.gov.uk/secureyourhome OR alternatively you can order hard copies by calling 0800 456 1213. Those who order the pack will also receive a discount voucher for home security supplies at a major DIY retailers

Property Marking TURN OVER to see how you can mark and register your property.

Marking your property can help the police identify stolen goods, and help to return to the owner.

Immobilise

Immobilise is a FREE online property registration service. Register your property at www.Immobilise.com

And help the police identify and return stolen property to you.

If you would like further information on registering your property please contact:

Swindon Police

Crime Reduction Officer

Swindon Community Safety Department

Tel: 0845 408 7000 Ext  760 111

OR

Swindon Community Safety Partnership

Crime Reduction Unit

Tel: 01793 466506

e-mail: csp@swindon.gov.uk