Security proceeds: How to protect your home in Linz-Land

Security proceeds: How to protect your home in Linz-Land

Linz-Land. In the coming months, a significant increase in burglaries in single -family houses and ground floor apartments can be expected. This increase primarily affects the busy settlement areas of the central areas in Upper Austria, especially from October to mid -December and January to March. Chief Inspector Thomas Schmolz from the district police command Linz-Land emphasized that many homeowners weigh themselves through false assumptions. "Many think wrongly that I have nothing to get anyway, the average houses are often the goal of burglars," explains Schmolz.

Experience shows that villas are often protected by alarm systems, which deteres burglars. On the other hand, the majority of the burglaries take place in less secure houses, whereby the value of the stolen thieving goods is usually low.

promote vigilance in the neighborhood

The police have already announced reinforced patrol trips in the district to combat burglaries. However, Schmolz also counts on the attention of the neighbors: "If someone in the settlement appears suspect, they do not hesitate to alert the police under 133. We have often received valuable information in advance by references from the population," said the expert.

With regard to effective burglary protection, security expert Christian Lamprecht from the AFS Agency for Security GmbH recommends using alarm systems. These have now become a matter of course for many homeowners. "A wired alarm system, combined with a security concept, should be part of the standard. This ensures that the police are informed immediately in an emergency," advises Lamprecht.

However, he warns against making a lively purchase. "Right now, in the autumn season, I often hear from customers who need an alarm system at short notice. However, it is important not to act rash," explains Lamprecht.

practical safety tips for homeowners

The criminal officers give several practical tips to prevent burglaries:

• A good neighborhood and mutual support have a break -in
• Write down the license plate of foreign vehicles and shape the appearance of suspicious people.
• Always close windows, terrace and balcony doors.
• Avoid privacy protection that enables perpetrators to work undisturbed.
• they store aids like ladders so that they are not accessible to burglars.
• prevent signs of your absence by regularly emptying the mailbox.
• use timer for interior lighting during your absence.
• Install outdoor lighting to deter possible perpetrators.
• Take photos of jewelry and devices with important identification numbers.

Security in Linz-Land is currently in the foreground, and everyone can contribute to it by showing vigilant eyes and taking the corresponding precautions. For more information on this topic and comprehensive security instructions, interested parties should take a look at the current reports www.meinbezirk.at throw.