East Renfrewshire households urged lock doors to discourage sneak-in thieves

Locking your front door is a simple, but effective, security measure.Locking your front door is a simple, but effective, security measure.
Locking your front door is a simple, but effective, security measure.
Police in East Renfrewshire are raising awareness of a number of attempted thefts from homes in the area – and are urging the public to remember to keep their doors locked.

Officers have received a number of reports of attempted sneak-in thefts in the Glasgow area and are urging householders to keep their properties secure.

A spokesman said: “It is good practice to lock your front door when you get home.

“Please be aware of your surroundings and use this easy security measure to protect your home.”

Further advice on securing your home is available at the Police Scotland website