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I wanted to provide you with an update regarding burglary, which people around your area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the priority survey. Unfortunately we have had another two burglaries reported these past few days.
BEXLEY LANE - On Thursday 26th March at approximately 2110hrs an attempted burglary took place. Victim was home when he heard the bins being rattled. Also heard door handle at the rear door being tested but fortunately this door was locked. Victim went outside and saw 3 suspects who then fled from the scene.
BIRCHWOOD AVENUE - Unclear the time frame for this one as victims are away. Burglary was discovered yesterday by a friend checking on the property. An untidy search took place throughout but, its not clear what's been stolen. This was reported to the police on 27th March after 2200hrs.
As you can tell there has been a spate of burglaries on our ward, as well as neighbouring wards. The team have been following these all up looking for CCTV/ witnesses enquiries. What's clear is that most (if not all) are occurring between 1700hrs-2200hrs.
All of the burglaries where the suspects have been successful have occurred when the properties are empty, lights are off and the properties have no burglary alarms. We are continuing our efforts to get on top of this however, please consider a burglary alarm because it is a massive deterrent. 99.9% of burglaries on our ward this year just haven't got a burglary alarm.
 While we will continue to pursue burglars in the area, there are steps you can do to help keep your property safe. Make sure that you: Double lock your door every time you leave the house If you can, move garden furniture or bins away from windows so that thieves cannot use them to gain access. Use laminated glass or security film on ground floor and accessible windows. Use a sash stop if you have sash windows to prevent people opening them enough to climb through. If your windows open outwards, use a key operated lock – check these are locked before leaving the house. Make sure all valuables are out of sight. Keep handbags and keys away from letterboxes or cat flaps. In the evening shut the curtains and leave lights on. Set your burglar alarm Lock your shed or garage Mark, register or record your valuables.
Please go to our website to find the latest advice and guidance on keeping yourself safe. If you ever experience this issue or have information regarding an incident, please report it using our online reporting tools at https://www.met.police.uk/, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101. Get Involved Please consider getting involved and contribute to the local priority survey, we may be unaware of issues that you would like us to focus on. Take a few minutes to securely and privately register and have your say using the button below, this will mean we can focus on things that matter to you. 
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