Reduce chances of residential burglary

On Friday afternoon, January 24, police and municipal enforcement officers from the municipality of Aalten conducted a "white feet campaign." The aim of this campaign was to make residents aware of the risks of burglary. Between 4:00 and 6:30 p.m., five police officers and five municipal enforcement officers went out in Dinxperlo. They checked various homes to see if doors and windows were properly closed and if gates and sheds were locked.
If this was not the case, they left a 'white footprint': a flyer with the text 'This shoe print could have been left by a burglar'. It was striking that some residents, despite being at home, did not notice the officers walking through their gardens. This emphasizes the importance of being alert and locking doors and windows properly, even when you are at home.

"A residential burglary has a great impact on the sense of security. Every opportunity for burglars is therefore one too many," said Mayor Anton Stapelkamp. "Together with the police, we are committed to making residents aware to take measures against burglars and break-ins."

Ask questions to the police and boa's the weekly market in Dinxperlo

Do you have questions about how to prevent a burglary? Or has this happened in your immediate vicinity and would you like to discuss it? On Friday, January 31, police officers and boa's will be boa's the weekly market in Dinxperlo to answer questions and give tips. You are welcome to come by, also for other matters or to discuss suspicious situations.

Here's how to reduce the chances of a home burglary

• Always close windows and doors tightly.
• Health sturdy locks.
• Make your home appear occupied, for example, with a timer switch for lighting.
• Inform your neighbors. They can keep an eye on you, clean up your mail, remove twigs by the door and park their car in front of your house.
• Health there are no objects around your home that burglars can climb on, such as containers, stairs, or scaffolding.
• Have your home checked for compliance with the Politiekeurmerk Veilig Wonen (PKVW).
• Are you not at home and your neighbors see something suspicious? Ask them to call 911 immediately. Raising the alarm quickly increases the chance of catching burglars. 112, it catches criminals!

Beware of fake agents!

In addition to residential burglaries, fake cops are also active on a regular basis. These scammers pose as police officers and supposedly call you to warn you about burglary. They then suggest that you pick up your valuables and store them "safely. In reality, this is an attempt to steal your property.

Here's how to recognize a fake cop

• The police never ask for your PIN over the phone.
• Police do not inquire about valuables in the home.
• Police do not collect or photograph valuables.
• Real cops can always identify themselves with an official police ID.
• In doubt? Trust your gut. In the event of a suspicious situation, call 911 immediately.