Police target speeders, warn public against burglars

Police stopped more than 60 motorists during a speeding blitz on Friday.

Officers used cameras at various locations around the Marlborough and Pewsey areas. One vehicle was seized for a no insurance offence, one driver was reported for excess speed, 12 fixed penalty notices were issued, and a further 51 drivers were verbally warned about their speed.

Meanwhile, officers have asked residents in Marlborough and Pewsey to be vigilant following a series of high-value burglaries in the area.

In the last few weeks police have dealt with around 30 incidents including thefts of cash, jewellery, pedal cycles, garden machinery and generators.

Sergeant Clare Wallace said, “We are highlighting these incidents not only to appeal for information but to raise awareness of the importance of crime prevention.

“The burglaries have been happening in residential properties, outbuildings and garages. I am advising residents to take measures to secure their property and to call us straight away on 999 if they see a crime in progress or anything suspicious.”

Police issued the following advice to homeowners:

• Keep front and back doors locked even when you are in the house to prevent people walking in without you knowing and double check they are locked at night
• Fit doors with mortice locks
• All windows should be fitted with locks except those designated as fire escapes
• Keep valuable items out of view and mark them with a property marking system
• Never leave a spare key in a plant pot or letter box, a thief will know where to look
• Make sure you have good lighting around your property and consider investing in a burglar alarm
• Never keep pin numbers with credit or debit cards
• Keep car keys out of sight
• Lock tools and ladders away so thieves can’t use them to break in
• Make sure you have up to date contents insurance
• If you see anyone acting suspiciously take down any vehicle registration numbers and call us on 999

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101.