The following news item has been received from Neighbourhood Alert on behalf of the Police
| Licensed firearms holders are encouraged to check their homes are secure following reports of a national increase in shotgun thefts.
– Make sure weapons are locked away at all times when not being used.
– Keys to the gun safe are secured away from safe itself and the location of these kept discreet.
– Ensuring windows and doors are locked when out or in the garden.
– Ensure alarm systems are maintained and serviced and provide appropriate coverage.
– Be aware of any suspicious activity such as people watching your property, or following you back from places where the shotgun may have been used/seen.
– Be aware of open talk about firearms ownership in public places which could lead to you being targeted by criminals.
– Be discreet about who you tell that you own firearms.
– Vehicles in which weapons are being carried should not be left unattended.
– Weapons carried should be secured to the vehicle chassis to prevent opportunist theft.
If you see anything suspicious please call 101 or visit https://www.bedfordshire.police.uk/report/Report
In an emergency call 999. |
Message Sent By
Jon Vale (Police, Communications Officer, County) |