Crime Prevention Blog http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog Personal Alarms and Security Products Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:26:45 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Watch Out For The Cold Weather Carjackers http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/watch-out-for-the-cold-weather-carjackers.html http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/watch-out-for-the-cold-weather-carjackers.html#comments Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:26:45 +0000 admin http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/?p=1721 This weekend the weather in Britain is expected to reach a chilly -9 in places, which can only mean one thing to most drivers – de-frosting their vehicles before they head off. We’ve already highlighted to our readers many opportunistic thieves are now making the most of the cold weather and simply driving away with residents cars, as they might head indoors to enjoy the warmth whilst waiting on their vehicle to de-frost.

According to one source over 50 vehicles are stolen every day using the owner’s keys. The worry is, as the weather temperature falls below zero, residents will leave their keys unattended in the ignition as the car heats-up, and the aforementioned figure is set to rise sharply.

It’s worth remembering, that if your car ‘simply disappears‘ whilst the keys are in the ignition, most insurance companies will NOT pay out as ‘you didn’t take adequate protection against theft‘.

If you have too defrost your windscreens then we recommend you use a de-icer or invest in a decent scraper (and some wooly gloves) which will quickly remove the ice from the vehicles windows. However, if you do have to leave your vehicle while it’s de-frosting, even if it’s for only a few seconds, then we at Crime Prevention Products recommend that you use proper vehicle security devices which will prevent any opportunistic thief simply driving off with your vehicle as the temperatures plummet.

]]> http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/watch-out-for-the-cold-weather-carjackers.html/feed 0 Census Scam Alert http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/census-scam-alert.html http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/census-scam-alert.html#comments Thu, 02 Feb 2012 15:02:37 +0000 admin http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/?p=1712 As you know, we like to use our blog platform to highlight any scams that might be ‘in vogue’ at the moment.

This week, we received a news alert from the Action Fraud website, informing ourselves of a very ‘high alert e-mail scam’ currently circulating. Its intention is to dupe unsuspecting people into downloading malware onto their computer.

Here is the full scam alert in full…

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We are aware that an email entitled ‘Population Census: a message to everyone – act now‘ is being circulated, allegedly in the name of National Statistician, Jil Matheson. This email demands individuals provide further personal information, supposedly for the Census and threatens fines for non-compliance.

This email is a scam and a hoax. It has no connection whatsoever with the National Statistician, the 2011 Census or the Office for National Statistics.

We believe the links in the email could download malware to any computer where the user clicks on the links. This could put your personal data, including financial information, at risk.

Anyone receiving this, or similar emails, should delete them, not open any links and certainly not provide any information.

For more information on how to protect yourself from this type of threat, please see www.getsafeonline.org

If you wish to, please report receipt of any such suspicious emails to www.actionfraud.org.uk

ONS takes the protection of personal census information extremely seriously. Collection of census data was completed last year and no further requests will be forthcoming from the Office for National Statistics relating to the 2011 Census.

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Please spread the message about this scam to everyone you know…

]]> http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/census-scam-alert.html/feed 0 Highlighting The Counterfeit Cash Problem http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/highlighting-the-counterfeit-cash-problem.html http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/highlighting-the-counterfeit-cash-problem.html#comments Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:53:12 +0000 admin http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/?p=1706 In our increasingly technological world, cash payments still remain the preferred way many people in Britain purchase goods… And with another possible economic headache looming over us all, many more will ditch the credit & debit cards, store cards, cheque book and opt for good ‘old fashioned’ cash payments instead. However, as we all know, there is nothing trusted when it comes to cash sales! As it is easy to exploit the inexperienced, untrained or unobservant with counterfeit money.

As we’ve already explained to our readers, once you have received counterfeit money you are required by law to hand it in at the nearest bank where it will be destroyed. Despite businesses and shop owners/keepers following the law, their is no compensation for this ‘good deed’, often leaving business/shop owners with NO MONEY and NO GOODS. Which is why the fight against counterfeit money begins at the Till Counter!

Throughout any financial crisis we’re told that ‘cash is king‘ when running a business, that’s why it’s vital to ensure every coin and note going into the till is genuine. Checking cash for frauds can be so simple and efficient with any of our Ultraviolet Lamps to help stop any forged currency being exchanged for your goods – making sure ‘every penny counts‘.

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]]> http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/highlighting-the-counterfeit-cash-problem.html/feed 0 Knifepoint Muggings For Mobiles On The Increase http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/knifepoint-muggings-for-mobiles-on-the-increase.html http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/knifepoint-muggings-for-mobiles-on-the-increase.html#comments Fri, 27 Jan 2012 10:19:14 +0000 admin http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/?p=1700 knifepoint muggingsThese last few months we’ve being writing blog posts to inform our readers about the increasing trend in home, farm and shop/office burglaries. More worryingly, however, is that over the last quarter there has been a 10% rise in the amount of robberies using a knife.(source). These knifepoint muggings include theft of mobiles (smart phones in particular), iPods, handbags which may include home and car keys, wallets and cash.

In total, there were just over 15,000 knifepoint muggings and robberies – some so vicious that victims were murdeered for their personal possessions – with over half of these reported muggings taking place in London.

We understand that it is difficult to control knife crime on the streets. Cuts in the policing infrastructure won’t help either. However, what we can do is offer some form of help to help keep you safe if you are ever confronted with a knifepoint mugging.

In general, the best advice is to hand over your phone or any other personal belongings such as credit cards etc.. Mobile phones can be replaced, bank cards can be cancelled. It’s most likely that the mugger will be highly agitated and if they have a weapon such as a knife on themselves they may be intent on physical harm.

Try to remain calm and non-confrontational. Carry a personal alarm as this can be activated and give you valuable seconds to make your escape if the situation worsens and you feel you are likely to be attacked. Once the ordeal is over, report the crime to the nearest police station, don’t bottle things up, it’s understandable that people get extremely emotional after being confronted with a knife crime. However, if you report it to the police, your actions might stop the same ordeal happening to some other individual.

]]> http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/knifepoint-muggings-for-mobiles-on-the-increase.html/feed 0 Early Warning Farm Security Systems http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/early-warning-farm-security-systems.html http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/early-warning-farm-security-systems.html#comments Wed, 25 Jan 2012 15:10:17 +0000 admin http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/?p=1694 Burglary is on the increase in farms, rural homes and businesses. It only takes a matter of seconds for an opportunistic thief to break-in to a farm building and be off with expensive farm tools and equipment. Beacuse of the remoteness of the property it’s difficult to know when someone is snooping around! Plus relying on the Police to catch the culprits in the act is a very long shot indeed.

Which is why, if you own remote property, it makes sense to install an early detection device such as a Driveway Alarm. These are the perfect addition to any farm or outbuilding security system which may already be fitted. Driveway alarms can be highly effective, detection up to one mile away with some systems, which makes them ideal early warning systems for farms, large estates and outbuildings.

We have a selection of Driveway Alarms that will fit perfectly alongside any farm, outbuilding, home or estate’s security system and be an ideal deterrent to any thief and help keep your property safe.

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]]> http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/early-warning-farm-security-systems.html/feed 0 January Special Offers http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/january-special-offers.html http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/january-special-offers.html#comments Fri, 20 Jan 2012 15:36:08 +0000 admin http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/?p=1686 After the hectic turmoil of the last few weeks, many of us will be taking time out to relax and give our bodies a bit of a break from booze and rich food. Yet, while we take a backseat, there’s no such thing as rest for your ‘not-so-friendly-neighbourhood-burglar‘ as they’ll be constantly on the look-out for that perfect opportunity such as an open window, door or garage where they’ll be able to make some ‘easy money’.

When it come to home security and personal protection, we at Crime Prevention Products are constantly trying to encourage our readers to be more pro-active. Of-course, we understand as this is January, money is always an issue and people are always on the look-out for a bargain, which is why we have our own dedicated Special Offers Page.

Here, our readers can find discounted security and personal protection products for a short time only.

As well as our discounted items it worth pointing out that we also supply personal alarms from as little as £1.99.

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]]> http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/january-special-offers.html/feed 0 Protect Your Vehicle From Being Stolen When Defrosting http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/protect-your-vehicle-from-being-stolen-when-defrosting.html http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/protect-your-vehicle-from-being-stolen-when-defrosting.html#comments Thu, 19 Jan 2012 12:52:55 +0000 admin http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/?p=1681 This time last year the people of Britain were just getting over the snow when the temperatures plummeted to a bone chilling -18. Workers, students and even parents on the school run had to wait till their car had defrosted before making their trip out onto the roads. Leaving cars on the driveway, with their engines running, it’s hardly surprising to learn that nearly 9,000 vehicles across the UK were stolen in just 36 days at the beginning of 2011 (source).

Once again, opportunistic thieves are making the most of the colder weather, thus leaving South Yorkshire police with no option but to issue a warning to drivers after six cars were stolen by Frost-Jackers within a few short days. Owners had left their car unattended, with the engine running, while defrosting the vehicle.

While we would never recommend that you leave your car running unattended while defrosting the vehicle, we also understand that some people may have to pop into their homes for a few seconds, which is why we provide vehicle security devices such as Security Parking Posts to ensure that no one, but yourself, will drive off in your defrosted car.

]]> http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/protect-your-vehicle-from-being-stolen-when-defrosting.html/feed 0 Keep Your Caravan Secure http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/keep-your-caravan-secure.html http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/keep-your-caravan-secure.html#comments Fri, 13 Jan 2012 16:57:59 +0000 admin http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/?p=1675 The winter months can drive many of us to depression, as we sit at home and watch the rain bounce off the windows. So far this winter we seem to be having a bit of a dry spell and that’s good news if you’re a caravanning enthusiast. During these dry spells, our mobile, hardy ‘holiday makers‘ love nothing better than to hitch up their caravans and head off to find the nearest camping and caravanning meet and enjoy the wilds of Britain.

There are hundreds of thousands of caravans and motorhomes within our tiny Island. Granted, there not all on the road at the same time. But caravan weekend breaks are becoming hugely popular (it’s estimated to be around a £3 billion yearly industry). However, as with everything else in life there is a downside, for caravan owners are at an even greater risk from opportunistic theft. Most thieves see caravans as an easy target. Which makes caravan security a priority.

If you intend to head off this weekend in your Caravan, have a look at our vehicle security devices… These have been specifically chosen by us to help stop opportunistic thieves hitching up and driving away with your weekend home.

]]> http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/keep-your-caravan-secure.html/feed 0 Join Us On Facebook And Win A Personal Safety Kit http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/join-us-on-facebook-and-win-a-personal-safety-kit.html http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/join-us-on-facebook-and-win-a-personal-safety-kit.html#comments Thu, 12 Jan 2012 11:08:46 +0000 admin http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/?p=1666 It’s competition time again! Thanks to the great response we had last time on our first-ever Facebook Giveaway we thought we’d kick off the New Year with another superb giveaway from Crime Prevention Products.

This time around we’re giving away a Personal Safety Kit to one lucky follower of our Facebook page.

The Personal Safety Kit From CPP Consists off…

All you need to do is just click the ‘Like’ button on our page and you’ll receive a free entry into the Personal Safety Kit draw.

Don’t worry if you’ve already ‘Liked’ our Facebook page, as ALL followers of the CPP Facebook page will be entered into the draw.

Unlike last time, however, we won’t be having a time constraint on the competition – this time around we’re after a ‘magic number’. As soon as we reach 600 Likes, we’ll dust off the ol’ trusty hat, drop everyone’s names in there and pick a winner for our superb Personal Safety Kit.

So, what are you waiting for, get ‘Liking’ CPP on Facebook and don’t forget to share this with your friends.

]]> http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/join-us-on-facebook-and-win-a-personal-safety-kit.html/feed 0 Sun, Sea and Security http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/sun-sea-and-security.html http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/sun-sea-and-security.html#comments Fri, 06 Jan 2012 15:44:36 +0000 admin http://www.c-p-p.co.uk/blog/?p=1662 After the last few weeks of partying, many revellers will have hit the ground with a bump this week as they consider starting back at work… There’s the thought of early rises and travelling to work in the cold, dark and wet winter mornings. It’s enough to make you stick you head back under the pillow. It’s not surprising to learn that, just after the New Year, is a boom time for booking the annual spring or summer break, as we try to kick those January blues into touch. Having an annual holiday is a great way for us Brits to relax, whether it’s in own own country or sunning ourselves on some foreign shore, it’s always a great pickmeup knowing, in just a few months, you’ll be heading for some fun in the sun.

Yet, in the months ahead, as millions of us head off on our annual holiday, we’ll do so with little or even no regard to travel safety. As we at Crime Prevention Products are constantly pointing out, it only takes a matter of seconds for an opportunistic thief to make off with something of value, whether that might be your bag, purse, wallet, passport or cash.

When it comes to protecting yourself, family and possessions, whilst on holiday, we have the ideal security devices to help keep you safe and make sure your long-awaited break goes to plan.

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