Margate Burglars Nab Loot in High Street Heist
In the early hours of 29 October 2022, a crook raid hit a private home on the High Street. Thieves made off with two bicycles, a boat engine, a fishing box filled with reels, seven fishing rods, and a haul of tools.
Suspects Nabbed but Released on Bail
Police acted swiftly. On Friday 18 November, officers arrested a 42-year-old man and a 34-year-old woman, both from Margate, on suspicion of burglary. They were later released on bail, with a return date set for 14 February 2023.
Top Tips to Fortify Your Home
With burglary on the rise, police urge residents to beef up home security as part of their annual burglary awareness campaign. Here’s how to keep your valuables safe:
- Lock all windows, side gates, and garages.
- Consider installing CCTV cameras and security alarms.
- Use timers for indoor lights and radios to fake occupancy.
- Stow bins away to stop them being used as climbing aids.
- Secure garden tools to prevent theft or use in break-ins.
- Think twice before sharing details about valuables or your whereabouts on social media.
- Keep a record of serial numbers for electrical goods in a safe spot.
- Report suspicious behaviour immediately to kent-police/" title="Kent Police" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">Kent Police on 101, or 999 if a crime is underway.
Stay sharp and protect your home from opportunist burglars!
