Police Warn Of A Rise In Burglaries Across The Borough

Appeal to residents to watch for any suspicious behaviour in their area

This was the scene of the break in at the Coffee Traveller over Christmas

Is there a burglar in your street? Chiswick Riverside Police SNT have issued a warning that all areas across Hounslow, are suffering from a rise in burglaries.

A spokesperson said they are working "flat out" to stop this.

In Chiswick there were two raids over Christmas, one at the Coffee Traveller on Thames Road, where the glass window was rammed so thieves could gain access. And on Power Road, a car showroom was also broken into and an expensive motorbike was stolen.

There have also been reports of bag snatches along the A4 in Chiswick.

Thefts from vehicles remains the single biggest problem for police in Chiswick and they want people to be on the alert for that and for potential burglars taking advantage of the dark evenings.

A spokesperson for local police said : "Tell us about any suspicious looking people lurking close to or paying particular attention to buildings. They may be walking slowly looking at houses or fences, standing outside a property, leaving car engines running or walking into driveways with their faces covered – if in doubt call 999, you are not wasting our time."

This picture from police shows a real burglary in progress - if you know who this culprit is call 101, or crime stoppers 0800 555 111 (Quote reference number 235485 and remember if you see something suspicious call 999, you won’t waste police time.

January 14, 2017