People out and about in the South
Lakes
A number of measures are being deployed to deter shoplifters and pickpockets both during the day and night in Kendal town Centre and surrounding areas.
Retailers and local business’ are being urged to put their business security to good use and report any suspicious activity to police, including suspicious people and vehicles
Christmas safety tips!
Police Community Support Officer Nicky Yates said: “At this time of year shoppers are inclined to carry more money with them, and more often than not leave their presents and gifts in their cars in car parks. It is important to keep wallets and purses in a safe place and to only carry a limited amount of money. If you are carrying a handbag, do not leave it unattended, even for a short time. It only takes a few seconds to steal! Don’t leave anything in view in your cars. Keep your Christmas purchases and other personal items out of view, preferably locked away in the boot. Don’t make yourself or your car a target for a thief
A number of measures are being deployed to deter shoplifters and pickpockets both during the day and night in Kendal town Centre and surrounding areas.
Retailers and local business’ are being urged to put their business security to good use and report any suspicious activity to police, including suspicious people and vehicles
Christmas safety tips!
Police Community Support Officer Nicky Yates said: “At this time of year shoppers are inclined to carry more money with them, and more often than not leave their presents and gifts in their cars in car parks. It is important to keep wallets and purses in a safe place and to only carry a limited amount of money. If you are carrying a handbag, do not leave it unattended, even for a short time. It only takes a few seconds to steal! Don’t leave anything in view in your cars. Keep your Christmas purchases and other personal items out of view, preferably locked away in the boot. Don’t make yourself or your car a target for a thief
- Make sure you're the one taking the Christmas shopping home - lock
car doors, close windows and take all valuables with you when you leave
your vehicle. Don't tempt thieves.
- Don't
leave valuables unattended or on display i.e. on top of a pram, trolley or
table,
keep your bag zipped up and in front of your body - use a purse chain and you can ask your local police officer for a purse bell.