Police are hosting a home security event in the south of the city as part of an ongoing operation to tackle housebreaking.
Operation RAC was re-launched within the Capital to address an increase in break-ins and vehicle crime and a key aspect of the campaign is to promote crime prevention within local communities.
The seminar will take place between 7pm and 9pm on Wednesday 29th April at the Mayfield Salisbury Church in East Mayfield.
Members of the public are invited to attend for free and receive a range of advice on guidance on safeguarding their properties.
Chief Inspector Scobbie, Local Area Commander for South Edinburgh and the Neighbourhood Watch Scotland Co-ordinator will be present and will provide inputs at the event.
Sergeant Andy Kerr from the South Community Policing Team said: “While officers in the South continue to pursue those responsible for housebreaking and vehicle crime as part of Operation RAC, we are also committed to ensuring the public have all the necessary information to keep themselves and their homes safe.
“The home security seminar in East Mayfield will allow residents the opportunity to speak with police about the range of measures that can be taken to prevent their properties being targeted. “Those in attendance will also be given an insight into the work of Neighbourhood Watch Scotland, illustrating the importance of communities looking out for one another.
“Anyone wishing to participate should come along to the Mayfield Salisbury Church for 7pm on Wednesday 29th April.”
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