Street parties are a great way of getting to know your neighbours and building community spirit. However, some members of the community may take this opportunity to commit crime whilst residents are pre-occupied celebrating. Follow the advice below to ensure your party celebrations pass off crime free: - Even though you may literally be celebrating on your front door step, make sure your doors and windows are shut and locked.
- Leave unnecessary items of value in the home, out of sight of ground floor windows.
- If you intend on capturing the event on camera, make sure you keep it with you at all times. When you have finished using it store it securely back in the house.
- If celebrations include alcohol know your limits and drink responsibly. Make sure that alcohol is kept under adult supervision and away from those aged under 18.
- Try, where possible, to avoid parking cars in neighbouring streets. If you need to remove your vehicle from your road, either park on your driveway or garage or ask a friend if you can park at their house. Make sure you don’t leave anything on display.
- If you notice anything suspicious alert the police immediately.
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