Crime Prevention Advice

Morning All,

Just wanted to share some crime prevention advice with you all. I do hope you find this useful.

SAFE SELLING ONLINE:

Online marketplaces and selling platforms have made it easier than ever to turn unwanted items into cash. But with convenience comes risk and it is commonplace for offenders to target sellers with scams designed to steal money or goods. Get Safe Online have put together some clear, practical advice to help you sell confidently and securely, however much or little experience you have: 

https://www.getsafeonline.org/safeselling/

ADVICE FROM THE BLUE LAMP TRUST:

As well as providing Safe Home and Safe Online visits by their police vetted technicians, the Blue Lamp Trust also have helpful advice and interesting articles on their regular blogs, you can find these on their website:

https://www.bluelamptrust.org.uk/news/

WARNING - FAKE BANK NOTES:

Police forces across the country have issued warnings about counterfeit notes, for more details please see: https://www.bbc.co.uk/articles/c9v0epdjzlvo

Whether you are a customer or vendor, please do check all banknotes carefully as the Bank of England advises they do not reimburse for counterfeit currency. For more advice please see: https://www.bankofengland.co.uk/banknotes/counterfeit-banknotes

If you receive a fake banknote, the advice is to contact police who will seize it. If you have information about someone making, selling or using counterfeit banknotes, and wish to remain anonymous, please contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111

SECURE YOUR GARDEN:

As the weather gets warmer and the days get longer, we spend more time outdoors, it’s important to remember that gardens can become a target for opportunistic thieves. A few simple steps can make a big difference in keeping your outdoor space secure. Neighbourhood Watch and Secured by Design have some helpful guides with tips and advice on layers of security: https://www.ourwatch.org.uk/securing-your-garden-ready-summer and https://www.securedbydesign.com/guidance/crime-prevention-advice/garden-security/secure-your-home-garden

For further information please visit: https://www.hampshire.police.uk