Thieves struck here at Christmas
One industry that cannot be accused of taking it easy during the last days of the year is the "burglary industry." Christmas is by far the peak season for burglaries, and Christmas 2019 was no exception. Despite fewer homes being visited by burglars during the Christmas holidays this year, the police received 1,369 reports of burglaries nationwide between December 20 and January 3.
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1369 burglaries during Christmas
During the Christmas holidays, many people travel away from home to celebrate Christmas with their families. However, many have their festive mood suddenly interrupted when they return to find their homes ransacked and windows or locks broken. And Christmas 2019 was no exception. According to statistics from the Danish National Police, 1,369 burglaries were reported across the country between December 20 and January 3. However, compared to the number of reports in 2018, when a total of 1,519 burglaries were reported, burglars were less successful in ruining Christmas for Danes away from home this year. The map below is based on figures from the country's police districts from December 20 to January 3.Several Christmas burglaries hit North Zealand
The North Zealand Police in particular received many reports of burglaries during Christmas. A total of 212 reports were filed. This is an increase compared to last year, when 196 burglaries were reported to the North Zealand Police. However, North Zealand was surpassed by the East Jutland Police, which received 215 reports. Things were quiet on Bornholm, however, which had only one burglary. The nationwide figures follow a general trend of declining burglary rates in Denmark. There is room for optimism, but Danes can do much better at securing their homes and pushing developments in the right direction. Both during the holiday season and in everyday life. If the total number of burglaries is to be reduced further, it will be necessary to reduce the market for burglars who need to sell their stolen goods. This is according to Allan Holm, head of the National Prevention Center at the Danish National Police. If you receive a good offer to buy cheap goods, consider whether they may be stolen. In addition, we must become even better at securing our homes against uninvited guests.A good start to burglary protection
Bo Trygt has compiled six recommendations on how to secure your home when you go away for Christmas or on vacation. It is recommended that you trim your hedge so that burglars cannot work undisturbed. In addition, you should leave lights on when you are away and participate in neighborhood watch programs. READ ALSO: Top security with burglar alarm