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The twilight onsets in Salzburg are increasing again. Cash and jewelry have been stolen from private homes in the Flachgau in recent weeks. In both cases, the burglars got into the house via the terrace. The police therefore calls for caution and warns against being too careless.
In the period from November to March, the number of burglaries increases significantly in the early evening hours. On the burglary tour in Seekirchen and Henndorf (both Flachgau), unknown persons broke open the patio door or patio window to get into the houses. According to the police, this type of break-in is a classic.
According to crime prevention experts, empty carports, open garages and garbage cans attract burglars: “Then burglars go, they see the garbage cans, the empty carport and also see that the house is not lit,” says Michael Knoll from the crime prevention department of the Salzburg City Police Command.
Police: “Nobody is immune to burglary”
During the pandemic, the number of burglaries fell sharply – but now the ads have returned to the level of 2019. According to the Ministry of the Interior, the number of burglaries has increased by up to 40 percent compared to the previous year. The police warn against believing that you will not be affected by a burglary.
Police check: How burglar-proof is the home?
In order to check how burglar-proof your own four walls are, the police carry out home visits throughout Austria and check the house or apartment for burglary security and identify possible weak points.
For a security check, interested parties can report to any police station or to the crime prevention department of the Salzburg City Police Command at 059-133-55-3401. In the event of a burglary, those affected should call the police immediately 133 choose and not stay in one room.
Inform neighbors if you will be absent for a longer period of time
If you are going to be away for a longer period of time, the police advise informing your neighbours. “One should also inform the neighbors who is coming to water the flowers or to empty the mailbox. If the worst comes to the worst, the neighbor can be prepared for the fact that it is a person who has not been appointed. Garden doors should also be locked,” says Knoll. Time switches would also still prove their worth.