Did you know that it takes an average of 8 months to feel safe in your home after a burglary? In many cases, this distress can be avoided completely with a few simple steps that stop burglars targeting your home.

Public help in solving crimes is essential. The local police and organisations like Crime Stoppers rely heavily on information from their communities to help them investigate and make sense of any evidence. That small thing you witnessed could be the vital piece of information that will enable the perpetrators to be found and prosecuted.  

Your home should be your haven. A safe place for you and your loved ones to feel comfortable and enjoy living in. When that safety and enjoyment are threatened – anxiety, anger and sometimes fear flood in and ruin our feeling of home.

Residential burglaries account for over 60% of all break-ins. It is a fear that most, if not all people have. And it seems as though it’s out of our control at times.

Most people agree that community involvement is a positive thing. It fosters the feeling of belonging and safety, as well as improving neighbourhood services.

Crime Stoppers Bermuda provides an anonymous service designed to protect your identity as you report information on a crime. The majority of people want to help keep their neighbourhoods safe. But you may be anxious about passing information onto the police. Perhaps you fear retribution from criminals, family, or individuals you know. Using Crime Stoppers Anonymous service ensures complete anonymity. This service allows concerned members of the community to report what they have witnessed in a safe way. The burden of knowledge is passed over to Crime

Neighbourhood crime creates fear and impacts quality of life. It can isolate individuals from the communities that are there to offer support and security. It is vitally important that each member of a community feels supported. Everyone should have the chance to contribute positively to their neighbourhood. When it comes to crime, the best way to reduce it is to create a community where criminals fear getting caught. Read on for seven tips on how to help your neighbourhood deter criminals. 1.   Get to know your neighbours Knowing