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North | Miscellaneous facts. Two to three burglaries per day

It is often thought that the summer is the period when the most burglaries are recorded. Mistake. It is especially in autumn and winter that the attempts explode and this year is no exception to the rule since the gendarmes of the company of Thionville deplore between two and three misdeeds per day on the district. “In Fameck, Guénange, but also in the Pays-Haut and in the villages… no one is spared”, assures Captain Frédéric Haramboure. The phenomenon usually continues in November and December: with the change of time, it gets dark earlier.

Indeed, on social networks, alerts have multiplied in recent days. On October 6, the municipality of Sierck published on its facebook page a call for citizen participation to counter rising burglaries. On that Info about Dalstein and its surroundings , a publication dated October 11 asks residents to be extremely vigilant: “Note the suspicious plaques, take pictures…”.

At the end of the day

These actions take place mainly during the day, or even at the end of the afternoon, when the occupants are still at work. To try to counter this kind of behavior, the gendarmes are increasing their patrols and urging the inhabitants to be attentive and foresight. “Cash like gold is the most coveted. Avoid having too much liquid at home. As for valuable jewelry, don’t leave it on display. »Tablets and laptops are also in demand, keep them away from windows.

Simulate a presence

“To avoid intrusion as much as possible, simulate a presence using a light or playing music. Get closer to a neighbor in case of prolonged absence. It is also important to keep an eye out in your neighborhood. Do not hesitate to contact 17 when you see a suspicious vehicle or a prowler. “


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