Police Scotland North East Crime Reduction Officers advise bike owners to consider their bike security following bike thefts in the North East.
Thieves routinely carry bolt croppers or even battery-powered angle grinders, and lightweight, poor-quality locks offer little resistance and are easily overcome. Buy the best quality lock you can afford, and look out for those endorsed as ‘Sold Secure’ or ‘Secured by Design.’
Whether a bicycle stand, lamp post or metal fence: a bike must be locked to something and whatever you choose, it must be at least as secure as the lock itself. Ideally, use two different types of locks. Remember that locks are more vulnerable when close to the ground, so keep them off the floor. Consider a ground anchor for securing your bike within garages or to a solid surface.
Photograph your bike and record all of your bike’s details and distinguishing features, and keep it in a safe place. The serial number can be found on the bottom bracket. Consider using a bike registration scheme such as ‘Bike Register’ (www.bikeregister.com) to mark your bicycle. Not only is this a deterrent to thieves, but should you be unlucky enough to have your bicycle stolen, it increases the chances of returning it.
Further guidance can be found at Protecting your Bike - www.securedbydesign.com/guidance/crime-prevention-advice/bike-security
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Police Scotland's North East Division covers rural and urban areas in Moray, Aberdeenshire and Aberdeen City. The division has five territorial command areas which have their own dedicated Area Commander, who is responsible for the daily policing function. Each command area is served by a number of community policing teams whose activities are built around the needs of the local community. These teams respond to local calls and look for long term solutions to key issues. They are assisted by the division's Crime Reduction Unit who deliver against Force and local priorities in a number of areas, including physical and social crime prevention, supporting and enhancing community engagement and creating and sustaining strong and effective partnership working. | |
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