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A Christmas Crime Reminder from your Safer Neighbourhoods team. As Christmas is fast approaching, now would be a good time to remember some simple security measures that could save you being a victim of crime over this festive period. I know most of them seem obvious but they sometimes get forgotten in the rush and excitement! • Keep presents and valuables out of sight, away from windows and doors. Close your curtains when it gets dark so burglars can’t see in. • Lock all windows and doors with a key when you go out. • Make your home look occupied whilst you are out, leave some lights and a radio on or invest in timer switches, which can turn lights and radios on. Remember to turn off festive lights when unattended to avoid a fire. • Do not carry or withdraw large amounts of cash whilst shopping or socialising. • When carrying bags make sure they are fastened securely – if you are a wheelchair user keep bags in front of you where you can see them. • Do not flash your valuables – mobiles, MP3 players, and purses – Keep them out of sight and secure in your bag or pocket. • When using public transport make that you call or text before you leave the train station where it is well lit, staffed and safe, then put your mobile away. • Don’t leave bags of presents or shopping on display in your car – always use the boot and make sure you take valuables including your car stereo, Sat Nav and holder with you when leaving your car. Always wipe away the circular ring left by the Sat Nav suction pads. • Drink responsibly, enjoy the festivities but be aware of your surroundings and plan how you will get home safely – arrange to travel home with friends and only use minicabs that are licensed. Text HOME to 60835. • When traveling don’t take risks or short cuts, stick to well lit main routes and let someone know where you are going. • Keep an eye on the vulnerable and elderly neighbours; consider joining your local Neighbourhood Watch group. Best Wishes from Wimbledon Park SNT Thank you for your support throughout the year and we hope you and your families have a great Christmas and New year! Kind regards Sgt Danny Smith Contact the team We are available on the first Wednesday of each month between 6pm and 8pm at our drop-in surgery in the pavilion at Wimbledon Park. Sgt Danny Smith PC Terry Elmer PC Danny Gulczynski PCSO Andrew Harvey PCSO Brett Lavey PCSO Stephen Marsh Wimbledonpark.snt@met.police.uk 0208 721 2452