Personal Security

The Twelve Don'ts of Christmas

1. Don’t invite unwanted guests in for Christmas, keep your door locked
2. Don’t put presents under the tree in full view from outside
3. Don’t advertise that you are away, leave a lamp on a timer switch
4. Don’t leave your shed or outhouse unlocked
5. Don’t leave your sat nav on display in your car 
6. Don’t advertise that you have new electrical items.  Cut up the box then bin it
7. Don’t forget to lock your car
8. Don’t forget to check your smoke alarm
9. Don’t give your bank details to anyone.  Internet and phone fraud is on the increase.
10. Don’t be fooled, if it sounds too good to be true, it usually is.
11. Don’t forget your neighbour.  Particularly those who live alone. 
12. Don’t worry. We live in a relatively safe and crime free community.

Stay safe and have a Merry Christmas and Happy New 2015

 

Graham Jones

Nocton Neighbourhood Watch Coordinator

You may also find the following sites useful

• Personal Safety Tips - Suzy Lamplugh Trust
• Lincolnshire Police - 12 Online Frauds of Christmas
• Hoax-slayer - Latest email and social media scams
• Microsoft - Malware Protection Centre

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