How to protect yourself against burglary - simple tricks
In connection with the autumn darkness the apartment burglaries will also increase. The thieves are inventive, so it is extra important that you do what you can to protect yourself, here are some simple tips.
A tool used by thieves to open locked doors is a so-called locking loop. The locking loop is inserted through the mailbox and the locking knob is turned so that the door can be opened.
By putting one cover over the lock knob You can easily protect yourself from this type of burglary. Also, take the habit of always locking the door lock (overlock) when leaving the home.
During 2018, a total of 17 031 housing burglaries were reported throughout the country, 7098 of which were apartment burglaries. The figures from the Crime Prevention Council also shows that house burglaries increase sharply during the autumn months. Do not let unauthorized persons into the door but ask them to ring through the door phone if they do not have keys.
If you happen to be charged with burglary, it is important that you report to the police, read more about burglary at the police website. If you suspect an ongoing burglary call 112.
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Theft Protection Association - Apartment security
City of Stockholm - Prevent burglary - think like a thief!