Police have urged homeowners in an Oxfordshire town to review their security measures after a rise in reports of thefts from outbuildings.
Thames Valley Police’s Rural Crime Taskforce said it would continue to patrol the Faringdon area and make enquiries because of the thefts.
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The force urged people to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity and suggested a range of security precautions.
This included to consider a shed alarm, CCTV, and security lights, and to secure out-buildings with good quality locks.
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It suggested to mark tools with something identifiable, such as a postcode, and to photograph valuables such as bikes and power tools and note any identifiable features, which makes it much easier for police to return items to owners if located.
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