Burglaries In Hamilton Parish, Pembroke, Paget
Saying they have noticed a recent increase in reported daytime burglaries in Hamilton Parish, Pembroke, and Paget, the police issued an advisory which follows in full below.
The Bermuda Police Service has noticed a recent increase in reported daytime burglaries, particularly in Hamilton parish, Pembroke, Paget and Warwick where mainly jewelry and electronics items were stolen.
Residents are reminded to secure their homes by ensuring all windows and doors are locked before leaving their property unattended. Any air conditioning units should be secured and it is recommended that all valuables are kept in a safe or safety deposit box.
In addition, residents are strongly advised to take pictures of all valuables and record all serial numbers of electronic goods. In the event they are stolen and later recovered, those goods can be more easily identified.
Members of the public should report any suspicious individuals or activity seen in their neighbourhoods to the nearest police station or the main police telephone number 295-0011. Remember, thieves are opportunist and travel down the path of least resistance – take away the opportunity and minimize your risk.
For more crime prevention advice, please visit the official Bermuda Police Service website www.bermudapolice.bm and select ‘Crime Prevention Info.
A recent increase in burglaries yet crime is apparently down and these warnings are issued almost every 3 months… Who comes up with this crap?
I believe they mean conviction are down, because crimes aren’t any less than they’ve been for years prior
The time has come to put in pace a petty crimes court.