Police in Ealing say they are seeing an increase in burglaries, with offenders checking homes for unlocked doors and open windows before breaking in.
Residents are being reminded to always lock doors and windows whenever they leave home, keep valuables out of sight and consider using CCTV, doorbell cameras and outdoor lighting to help deter burglars.
Posting on Met Engage, PCSO Joshua Nesbitt, of Ealing Neighbourhood Policing Team, said: “We are currently seeing an increase in burglaries across the Ealing cluster. In a number of incidents, offenders have been checking properties beforehand to identify vulnerabilities before gaining entry through windows and doors that have been left open or unlocked.”
Police are also appealing for anyone with CCTV or doorbell camera footage showing suspicious activity to come forward.
PCSO Nesbitt added: “We are particularly interested in hearing from residents who may have witnessed individuals acting suspiciously around homes, looking through windows, checking door handles, entering gardens without reason, or otherwise behaving in a manner that causes concern.”
Anyone witnessing a burglary in progress should call 999. Non-emergency information can be reported by calling 101 or through the Metropolitan Police website.
