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Crime Alert - Burglary


Dear Resident,

 

Humberside Police are investigating a report of a burglary on Hainton Avenue, Grimsby.

 

The incident occurred at 16.30 on 21/02/2025 Victim has walked outside of his address to his van. As he has returned to his address he noticed the door had the safety lock on which had been put on the front door from inside. As victim as entered he has seen an unknown male in his kitchen going through a toolbox. Suspect left with a hammer from within the address.

If you have any CCTV footage (including video doorbell), saw anyone acting suspiciously in the area around this time or have any information about the offenders please contact the police on the non-emergency number 101 quoting occurrence ref:  25000024127

Alternatively you could call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. You don’t have to leave your name and you may even receive a reward.

 

Remember to keep your own property secure to reduce the opportunity for thieves, remember WIDEN.  You can watch a short vide on WIDEN here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mKN8337RDIY

  • WINDOWS: Keep your windows closed and locked.

  • INTERIOR: Put your interior lights on a timer or smart bulb.

  • DOORS: Double or deadlock your doors.

  • EXTERIOR: Put your exterior lights on a sensor (preferably dusk to dawn).

  • NEIGHBOURS: Keep an eye out for neighbours.

  • To assist us in identifying stolen property please consider property marking high value items using Forensic Marking or UV pens.  You are also advised to register property at www.immobilise.com which is a free on-line property register used by police forces nationwide to reunite stolen goods to their owners. All you have to do is register on-line and then upload properties electrical items serial numbers.

    If you have a burglar alarm ensure it is set and working.

    Please also find attached the Police Crime Prevention Handbook which covers a broad range of crime prevention advice.

     

    Thank you

    Humberside Police


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    Olegs Sidorovs
    (Humberside Police, PCSO, Grimsby East)

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