Warning to Portobello residents following spate of burglaries

Police say there were four reports of break-ins in the area last night, Tuesday, October 24, on Woodcock Street.

Entry was gained by either forcing the shed lock/padlock or removing the hinges.

A pedal cycle was stolen from one of the sheds.

Crime prevention officers are urging people to take a minute to check shed security and also think about what is stored inside.

The advise people to think about using a stand alone/battery operated sensor alarm, lock large items together, which makes it harder to thieves to remove and security marking to improve the chances of people getting ptoperty back to them in the event of theft.

For further advice from West Yorkshire Police click here.