Gardaí in Donegal are reminding homeowners to be vigilant and keep their properties safe from the threat of burglars.
With prolonged periods of darkness over winter, the window of opportunity for potential burglars is extended, and Donegal Gardaí have issued a few important reminders so homeowners can keep their properties safe.
Homeowners are being urged to take the following steps:
- 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 jewellery of high monetary value could perhaps be kept in a safe.
- Always report any suspicious activity/vehicles in your area to Gardaí immediately.
