A SPATE of break and enters across the Bathurst region over the past 48 hours has prompted a new reminder from police for residents to lock up safely.
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The warning comes after the latest Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) figures showed break and enters into home across the Bathurst region had jumped by more than 50 per cent in the 12 months to June 2020.
A police spokesperson said residents should ensure they lock all doors and windows around their home, and particularly at night time and when they are out.
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"Do not leave car keys and wallets lying around and do not leave keys in your front door or your vehicle," police said.
"If you see or hear suspicious activity please contact your local police."
Figures from BOCSAR for the June 2020 quarter found break and enters across the Bathurst region were running at about two-and-a-half times the state average per head of population.
Bathurst had recorded 310 break and enters (dwelling) for the 12 months to June 2020, up from 205 a year earlier.
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