THEFT FROM UNOCCUPIED PROPERTY - St Andrews Villas BD7

THEFT FROM UNOCCUPIED PROPERTY - St Andrews Villas BD7

COMMUNITY ALERT – THEFT FROM UNOCCUPIED PROPERTY

We are appealing for information following a theft from an unoccupied residential property in the area.

The property owner had not visited the address for several months and, upon a recent inspection, discovered that both the electricity meter and gas meter had been removed and stolen. A quantity of metal piping stored within the property was also found to be missing.

The exact time of the theft is unknown due to the property being vacant for an extended period. Enquiries are ongoing to establish when the offence occurred and identify those responsible.

Crime Prevention Advice for Vacant Properties

Owners of empty properties can help reduce the risk of crime by:

Conducting regular inspections of the property.

Ensuring all doors, windows, and access points are secure.

Installing or maintaining alarms, CCTV, and security lighting where possible.

Asking trusted neighbours to report suspicious activity.

Removing valuable items, tools, and materials from vacant premises.

Arranging for the property to appear occupied, such as using timer-controlled lighting.

Promptly repairing any damage that could provide access to offenders.

Information Appeal

Have you seen anyone acting suspiciously at or around vacant properties in the area? Did you notice vehicles removing meters, metal piping, or other items from a property that appeared unoccupied?

If you have any information, CCTV, dashcam, or doorbell footage that may assist enquiries, please report it to West Yorkshire Police via 101 or online. In an emergency, always call 999.

Your information could help prevent further offences and protect vulnerable and vacant properties within our community.

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