21/05/2015
Sussex Police have posted the following in their latest bulletin, it is so important to remember outbuildings when considering security:
'Over the last two weeks in the Chichester District there have been a significant amount of thefts from garages, sheds, outbuildings and stables.
Offenders are cutting padlocks and forcing secure doors and the majority of thefts are occurring during night time hours. The items that are being stolen are garden machinery, tools ride on mowers, quad bikes and horse tack.
We are urging all residents, predominantly those in rural areas, to ensure that their property is identifiable by taking photographs. Store all valuable equipment and tools in a secure building with a well built, locked door. Use British Standard locks, good quality locking bars and high security padlocks. Windows can be protected with metal bars. Always lock outbuildings when they're not in use.
A worthwhile investment is fitting outside security lights controlled by an automatic time-switch or infra-red beams. Consider installing CCTV.'