What to do after a burglary

Quick answer

Make sure you're safe, call the police, don't touch anything, contact your insurer, then get your doors and locks secured.

Straight away

If the burglar may still be there, leave and call 999. Otherwise report it to the police on 101 or online and get a crime reference number.

Avoid touching anything the burglar may have handled until police say it's OK. Photograph damage for your insurer.

Call a locksmith to secure doors and replace forced locks. If keys were taken, change those locks too. Keep the invoice for your insurance claim.

Consider anti-snap cylinders, BS3621 deadlocks, window locks and better lighting.

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