Police are appealing for information
Police in Enniskillen are appealing for information following the report of the theft of heating oil from a dwelling in the Windmill Heights area some time after 7.00pm on Tuesday, 19 January and the next morning, Wednesday, 20 January.
Police would ask anyone who may have noticed any suspicious activity in the area or who has any information to contact them at Enniskillen on 0845 600 8000. Or, if someone would prefer to provide information without giving their details they can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers and speak to them anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Police would issue the following advice to home owners.
LOCK YOUR GATES. The simple act of keeping your garden or drive gates closed and securely locked can prevent a theft. Ensure that all gates and fences are in good repair.
CREATE OBSTACLES. Plant pots and general garden paraphernalia can be placed in the path of any potential intruders. They will make noise and waste time moving the items or navigating around them. Remove and secure any tools or ladders which could be used as an aide to commit crime.
LIMIT THE QUANTITY OF FUEL IN YOUR TANK. Full tanks are a more popular target, so consider limiting the amount of oil that you have in your tank at any one time.
LOCK YOUR TANK. Use a good quality, alarmed padlock or install lockable caps with crop proof fittings. Were possible fit hardened flexible casings, to any vulnerable fuel hoses, so that they are harder to cut.
CONSIDER INSTALLING SECURITY LIGHTING AND CCTV. Lights don’t not only warn you of an intruder but also alert neighbours and passing police patrols.
Further crime prevention advice is available from your local Neighbourhood Policing Teams or from the Crime Prevention officer by calling 0845 600 8000.
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