There is a seasonal spike in burglaries in the Trafford South area and police are reminding residents to be extra vigilant in the run up to Christmas.
“We are experiencing a spike in burglaries, offenders are breaking into properties in the hope of a helping themselves to a ‘shopping spree’ in your home, Please remain vigilant. Utilise timers on your lights, use your house alarm,” said a spokesman for GMP, who urged people to also look out for their neighbours.
The latest burglary occurred overnight in Arcadia Drive in Brooklands, where a Grey BMW 320 M Sport, registration number MT64 ENM, was taken along with several items from the house. ”
It follows on from burglaries reported in the last 24 hours. A spokesman for GMP went on to say: “There are reports of a house in Almond Drive, in Sale was burgled, and items stole within. There was an attempted burglary at Springfield Primary School, Sale, There was a window smashed, but no entry gained. There was an attempted burglary in Washway Road, but the thieves left empty-handed after attempting to unscrew the conservatory door..
On their Facebook page for GMP Trafford South the police say:”We haven’t provided periods of time as this can expose these properties for a ‘re-visit’ by the offenders. We would like to reassure residents of Trafford South, patrol plans are in place regarding current hot spot burglary areas.”