Homeowners in county Donegal are being urged to be on high alert over the threat of burglaries in the the county.
Gardaí have issued a number of tips and advice with homes more susceptible to theft during the winter months.
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These include:
- Be vigilant when leaving your house vacant, even if it’s only going to be for a few minutes. That is all the time it would take for a burglar to break into your home.
- Before leaving the house, ensure that all doors and windows are secured and that the alarm is set (use your alarm even when at home). If you don’t have an alarm, consider getting one.
- Light up your home, use timer switches when you’re out. Store keys safely and away from windows and letterboxes.
- Do not store large amounts of cash in your home. Any jewelry of high monetary value could perhaps be kept in a safe.
- Always report any suspicious activity/vehicles in your area to Gardaí immediately.
