Sneak in Burglaries

Please be aware that there were three instances of sneak in burglary in the Nantwich between 03/08/2010 & 04/08/2010. I have copied Crewe coordinators into this email as it is important to keep reminding people about this type of crime.

All three incidents happened within the Wellington ward of the town in The Blankney & Damson Drive areas of the ward.

In all three cases the incident occurred during the overnight period and were sneak in burglaries where offenders gained entry via insecure front doors. Incidents were discovered by residents the next day.

Items taken appear to be small portable items such as money, cigarettes, music players and a coat.

Please make members aware of these incidents and ask that if anyone witnessed any unusual or suspicious behaviour in the town centre area during this period that they contact the police via 0845 458 0000 or crime stoppers via 0800 555 111 with any information.

An article earlier in the week drew attention to the fact that the number of sneak in burglaries has been reducing in recent month due to a combination of factors. However, these incidents highlight that everyone must continue to remain vigilant in helping to stamp out sneak in burglaries further. It is essential that everyone takes the time to double check that their property is secure overnight, when they are going out in the day and also if you are occupied elsewhere in the property for long periods out of sight of doors and windows when in. By doing this it means that opportunist thieves will not be able to gain easy access to residential properties and helps to protect local residents from this type of crime.