🚨 DARKER NIGHTS – LOCK UP, STAY VIGILANT & GET INVOLVED 🚨

As the evenings get darker, your local police team is urging residents to take extra steps to protect their homes and support each other.

🏠 Home Safety Tips:

🔒 Lock doors, windows & sheds – even when you're home

💡 Use timer lights to make your home look occupied

🚪 Double-check locks before bed & when heading out

📱 Report suspicious activity via 101 or online

👀 Neighbourhood Watch Tips:

👋 Stay connected with neighbours – share alerts & concerns

📸 Consider CCTV or video doorbells

🕵️‍♂️ Look out for vulnerable residents

📢 Report unknown vehicles or behaviour promptly

🤝 Community Meetings Matter:

Attending local police or ward panel meetings helps:

✅ Raise concerns directly

✅ Share ideas for crime prevention

✅ Build stronger, safer communities

Let’s work together to shut down opportunities for crime and keep our neighbourhood safe.