OP DEFENDER - Protecting you, your home and your family.

OP DEFENDER - Protecting you, your home and your family.

We have noticed you said Burglaries were a top priority issues in your local area. We wanted to tell you what we have been doing to combat these issues and provide some reassurance.

Operation Defender is Lancashire Constabulary’s campaign designed to fight residential burglaries. This year we have made a number of arrests in relation to burglaries. The information on this page features crime prevention advice on keeping your home secure.

Report suspicious activity on our website or call 101. If a crime is happening now, or there is a threat to life, dial 999.

These tips can help you make your home less attractive to thieves, avoiding burglaries in summer.

Hide all keys, including car keys, out of sight and away from the letterbox (remember a device could be used to hook keys through the letterbox).

Consider window safety locks to add extra security to an open window, while you are in the property. Fit an intruder alarm in a visible place and test it frequently.

Make sure the fences are secure, and side gates are locked to prevent access to the rear of the property.

Not sure? Don’t open the door. Criminals make up stories to try to get into your home and distract your attention whilst they steal valuables or money. They may also keep you talking on your doorstep whilst an accomplice tries to gain access to your home via the back door.

We are asking that you complete the sruvey attached to this message. In order for us to understand what issues are affecting your area, we need to hear from you. By filling out the survey, you help us build a clear picture of what issues are occurring in your area.

Please click here to complete the survey

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Joseph Hollos
(Lancashire Constabulary, PCSO 7309, Ormskirk)