07/10/11…..Keep safe as the darker nights draw in (Community message from Thames Valley Police)

THAMES Valley Police is working in partnership with Local Authorities to keep you safe as the darker nights draw in.

People across the Thames Valley can pick up security advice from one of the Thames Valley Police twitter sites, watch a video on youtube: LINK about the importance of not leaving their house in the dark, or receive a letter from their neighbourhood team informing residents about patrols in their area.

Neighbourhood teams will also be patrolling in burglary hot spot areas and leaving calling cards at people?s homes if they come across a house in darkness to ensure the occupants receive some crime prevention tips.

If no light is on in your home, curtains are not drawn, and no car is in the drive, it?s an obvious sign to an opportunist burglar that no-one is in. At this time of the year more than any other it pays to secure your home.

There are a number of simple and free ways to do this, all of which will help reduce the chance of your home becoming the next target.

Visit a local retailer to pick up a 24 hour segment timer for under