Police in Derry have appealed to householders to ensure their homes are secure in the run-up to Christmas following a spate of burglaries in and around the city in the last week.
A PSNI spokesperson said: “In the last week there have been several burglaries both in the city and in outlying rural areas.
“While burglary has reduced in the Foyle area this year we should not get complacent.
“Closing and locking all doors and windows, even when the house is occupied, will reduce the chances of an opportunistic burglar targeting your home.
Detectives are currently appealing for information in relation to the following burglaries and thefts from vehicles:
:: A handbag was stolen during the burglary of a house in the Ardnashee area sometime during the early hours of yesterday morning. A car was also broken into in the same area.
:: Two cars in the Bramhall Crescent area were entered during the early hours of 8. Nothing was reported missing by the owners.
:: A female, believed to be Eastern European, broke into a house through a bathroom window in the Dellwood area of Eglinton between 7.15pm and 7.30pm on 11 December. She left after being disturbed by the homeowners. It is believed she was in the company of a male dressed in dark clothing.
:: Two diamond rings were stolen during the burglary of a house in the Willowfield Park area of Drumahoe. The incident was reported to police on the evening of 11 December.
:: A security light was stolen from the rear of property in Laurel Hill Cottages in Park village sometime between 5.00pm on 6 December and 5.00pm on 11 December.
:: Two males entered a house in the Carn Manor area during the early hours of 13 December and stole a number of items including the keys to a white mini van, registration UUI 2670. The van was later found in Sandale Park.
The PSNI spokesperson asked anyone with information about these incidents to contact police on 0845 600 8000 or a member of their local Neighbourhood Team directly – details can be found on the PSNI website.
Alternatively, if someone would prefer to provide information without giving their details, they could contact the independent charity Crimestoppers and speak to them anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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