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Don't Invite Thieves Into Your Home, VPD Warns

The Canadian Press, 09 Jul, 2016 01:58 PM
    There have been over a thousand residential break-and-enters in Vancouver in the first half of this year and the VPD are asking the public to stop inviting thieves into their homes.
     
    One out of every three houses, basement suites, townhomes, and apartments that were broken into over the past two months showed no signs of forced entry. That means the crooks simply entered through unlocked or open doors and windows.
     
     
    “Don’t help thieves by giving them the opportunity to come in and steal from you,” says VPD Constable Brian Montague. “An open door or window, including above the ground floor, can be used by criminals – even if you are home.”
     
    Something as simple as making sure your windows and doors are locked can stop a thief. Consider joining Block Watch – getting to know your neighbours is a great way to prevent crime. Learn about our Log It or Lose It program and other crime prevention tips to help keep you and your property safe from crime.

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