The Chatham-Kent Police Service says break and enters are on the rise in the community of Wallaceburg.
Police officials say just yesterday morning, officers responded to five break and enter calls-for-service within the same area in Wallaceburg.
The five reported incidents occurred throughout Monday night on Chestnut Drive, Dufferin Avenue and Turnbull Avenue where an unknown suspects or suspects stole a number of items from unlocked sheds and garages.
Police officials say the Chatham-Kent Police Service will continue to remind citizens of a few basic steps they can take to protect their property.
– LOCK ALL DOORS. Especially doors that lead to your residence as well as your vehicle doors
– Do not announce your travel plans or absence from home on social media or your phone’s voicemail
– If going away on vacation or an extended absence, ask a trusted neighbor to watch your house and make your home looked lived-in by:
– Using timer-controlled lights
– Having mail and/or paper delivery temporarily stopped or delivered elsewhere
– Arranging for neighbours to park in your driveway
– Consider installing a quality security system with motion sensors and/or video monitoring
– Secure all basement and ground-level windows and patio doors
Police officials remind people to be aware of suspicious people or vehicles in your neighbourhood and call police immediately if you’re concerned
Officers will respond to these calls, police officials say.
Anyone with information pertaining to break and enter type calls-for-service are asked to call 519-352-1234 or 9-1-1 (in the case of an emergency).
Anonymous callers may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) and may be eligible for a cash reward.
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