CCTV images released following a spate of burglaries in Ainsdale

CCTV images released following a spate of burglaries in Ainsdale

A resident has asked for your help to identify the men that attempted to break into a van and a home in Ainsdale in the early hours of Tuesday morning.

At around 2:15am two men were caught on CCTV in Segars Lane, Ainsdale, trying to gain entry into a van and property.

Anyone who recognises the men should contact Merseyside Police on 101 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Burglary advice

A Merseyside police spokesperson said: “Residents need to take more time to ensure their property and deter thieves”.

“It is vital that we all do everything we can to stop these people in their tracks”.

“It doesn’t take long to double-check you’ve locked up your house or car properly and it could save you the hours of stress and upset that come with being burgled.”

Simple steps to deter burglars and car thieves, include:

Lock front and back doors when you are elsewhere in the house or in your back garden

Make sure you lock UPVC doors properly by lifting the handle and turning the key

Make use of your burglar alarm when you are going out or to bed at night

Keep valuables such as laptops, phones and handbags out of sight and away from windows where someone peering in can spot them

Don’t leave valuables on display in your vehicle – take them with you or, if you can’t, at least put them out of sight in the boot

Always lock your vehicle, even if only leaving it unattended for a few moments, and activate the alarm.