Police Warn Of Home Heating Oil Thefts In Downpatrick

Fit an anti-theft device to your oil tank to make it difficult for oil thieves.[/caption] There has been an increase in the theft of home heating oil recently. Downpatrick police have reported that they have had incidents in the Downpatrick area. A few tips to make your oil tank more secure: * xa0Check your heating oil regularly. * xa0Buy a device on the market for measuring how much oil is in your tank. * xa0Make sure that your boiler is securely locked with a good quality padlock. * xa0Make it difficult for an intruder to gain access to the rear of your home. * xa0Use plants with thorns or spikes around your oil tank. * xa0Install an automatic sensor PIR-operated security light. * xa0Consider a shed audible alarm or TANK commander alarm. * xa0Mark your boiler with your Post Code and house number, using an engraving tool. MOST IMPORTANTLY: * Be a good neighbour and report anything suspicious around a neighbour’s home.]]>