Friday, 8 March 2019

@SOU - Fenny Compton NW News (for April's Compton Chronicle)


FENNY COMPTON NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH

Garage and shed security - Garages and sheds are vulnerable to burglary, as they are generally quite flimsy structures, but they should not be forgotten. They are often the first places that a burglar will target, because they provide a ready source of tools and implements for breaking into the main house. Read more at: bit.ly/shedsecure
Security marking - NW provides a free marking service with Cremark for tools and bikes. Overt property marking can reduce theft by up to 80%. Email requests will be prioritised. Warwickshire Rural Watch produce a number of Crime Prevention Advice Sheets.
Cyberfact - 62% of 11 year-olds and 69% of 12 year olds have a Facebook profile despite the minimum age of 13. More at www.internetmatters.org/ and search for "parent pack"

Please share your scam/crime experiences with your neighbours - email watch@fcvh.org.uk or post on NextDoor nextdoor.co.uk. Read this and much more in The Stratford District NW Blog which is regularly updated. stratfordnw.blogspot.co.uk

@NAT - HMRC tax phone scam? Here are two examples.


How to spot the HMRC tax phone scam 

Listen to two real, threatening automated messages from fraudsters purporting to be from the HMRC. We explain how this voicemail scam works so you can spot it. 


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@WAR - Scam Update


The February Cyber Scam Update is HERE for you to read and share!

 HMRC Phishing Email Scam
Apple eaves-dropping bug
YouTube comment scam
Top tips 

@NAT - How fraudsters are scamming teenage 'money mules' on Instagram and Snapchat

Revealed: How fraudsters are scamming teenage 'money mules' on Instagram and Snapchat

Under-25s are being targeted on Instagram and Snapchat by fraudsters looking to turn them into "money mules".

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Monday, 4 March 2019

@WAR - Burglary Assessment Tool from Warwickshire Police



Burglary Home Assessment Information



Contents of this pack give an indication of the types of products that are available on the market.

None of these companies have been approved or recommended as a preferred supplier by Warwickshire Police, and it is recommended that you check with a number of suppliers prior to purchase to secure the best product/price to suit the individual’s requirements. Also the prices are not guaranteed, and offer a guide only.

Contents

       General Burglary Information
       Holiday Home Security
       Security Planting
       Anti Bump Handle & Lock (Door & Window)
       Wireless Burglary Alarm
       Budget Alarm products
       Security Floodlight/Camera
       Wireless Security Floodlight/Camera
       Dummy Cameras
       Wireless CCTV
       Driveway Alarm
       Perimeter Protection
       Fuel Tank Security
       Garage Defender
       Smartwater
       Secure Ring
       Fence & Wall Security
       Watering Plants While Away
       Catalytic Converter Security
       Top Tips and check