Cyberabad police issue safety advisory for Sankranti travellers

Ahead of the Sankranti festival, the Cyberabad Police have urged residents travelling to their native places to adopt precautionary measures against burglaries and property crimes. Citizens were advised to install CCTV cameras, inform neighbours or local police stations before travelling.

Hyderabad: Ahead of the Sankranti festival, the Cyberabad police have issued a public advisory urging residents travelling to their native places to remain alert and take precautionary measures to prevent burglaries and property crimes.

Cyberabad (Crimes) DCP Mutyam Reddy said that thieves often target locked houses during the festive season. He stated that the police have intensified night patrolling and surveillance across the commissionerate limits to control thefts.

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Citizens were advised to cooperate with the police and adopt basic safety measures before leaving their homes.

The police have recommended installing CCTV cameras in residential colonies and homes, informing trusted neighbours or the local police station while travelling, and avoiding leaving valuables in vehicles.

Residents were also advised to ensure strong locking systems, keep houses appearing occupied, and refrain from sharing travel details on social media.

The Cyberabad police appealed to the public to report any suspicious movement to the police by dialling 100 or through the Cyberabad Police WhatsApp number 9490617444.