Crime Prevention Information
We've collected some information on crime prevention.
Cash Machine Security
How Criminals Tamper with Cash Machines to Steal Your Money.
You can kill a burglar if you have to, but not if you want to
Get the new government guidelines on the use of force against intruders (PDF, 344kb). ![]()
Crime Prevention Information from the Home Office
These links will take you directly to the information on the Crime Reduction site.
Home& Property Security: Peace of mind
while you're away, Neighbourhood Watch, Beat the Burglar, Coded for Keeps.
Personal Safety: The best way to cut
the risk of attack is by taking sensible precautions. Most people already do this as part of their everyday
lives, often without realising it.
Retail and Business Crime: Preventing Violence
Against Staff, Customer Fraud, Customer Theft, Burglary.
Local Partnerships: Partnerships between
the police, local authorities, the voluntary sector, and local residents and businesses are working to reduce
crime and disorder in their areas.
Vehicle Crime: Tackling Vehicle Crime and
the work of the Vehicle Crime Action Group, The Vehicle Theft Index.
Your Practical Guide to Crime Prevention:
Information about crime and what you can do to prevent it.