Police Beat

Anyone with information should phone Seymour’s police station on 5735 0200.

Avoid scams

The best way to protect yourself from scams is through awareness and education.

The Little Black Book of Scams is recognised internationally as an important tool for consumers and small businesses to learn about scams, including the most common scams to watch out for; the different ways scammers can contact you and the tools they use to trick you; the warning signs; how to protect yourself; and where you can find help.

Download your free copy of The Little Black Book of Scams from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission at https://bddy.me/3PEHkD7

Stop opportunistic thieves

Stop that opportunistic thief from stealing your set of wheels from your home or business by practising POP. LOCK. STOP.

Pop keys out of sight, lock all doors and windows (yes, even when you are at home) and stop thieves from stealing your vehicle.

For more information, visit https://bddy.me/3yQq8nC

Be safe on the road this winter

With frosty mornings in winter, it is important for all road users to take extra care on our roads.

Low visibility and black ice are just some of the environmental issues for all road users.

As a motorbike rider, there are ways you can help make yourself safer when you ride.

Check out the TAC sites at https://bddy.me/3RPov1Z and https://bddy.me/3RRl5Mk for useful information.

Don’t leave your car running while unattended

As we are in the depths of winter and the mornings are colder, police are warning residents to be wary of leaving vehicles parked outside or in an unlocked garage to warm up while they are not there.

The practice of leaving vehicles unattended with the keys in the ignition has led to an increase in vehicles being stolen.

If your vehicle needs to warm up, allow for that extra time in the mornings and do it while you are in the vehicle.

If you need to run your trolley back after unloading your shopping, take your keys with you.