According to a witness, the parallel lines were scratched into the house's latch. He was then advised by the police to remove them and report any suspicious observations.

Tips: If you notice something similar, call the police on 110. To protect against burglary, we recommend our technical advisor in the Crime Commission Prevention Victim Protection, who can give important general tips through to structural recommendations. Contact us at 0208-826-4511. 

Are crooks extinct?

No, because the police repeatedly warn about the signs on walls, houses, mailboxes or garden fences. The crooks are once again one of the top topics on Facebook. But what exactly are crooks?

Crooks' tines are secret signs that potential perpetrators place near the crime scene. These are applied with pencil , chalk or charcoal to garden fences , mailboxes , house walls or the doorbell button .

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These crook tines consist of different symbols such as: E.g. circles , grids , lines , rectangles . They have a wide variety of meanings and are clues for the perpetrators as to whether, for example, B. a burglary is worth it, best times to commit the crime or possible escape directions.

If you notice such signs, there is no need to panic.

It doesn't mean a break-in is imminent. If you discover these scammers, contact the police and please document and remove them. If there are strangers on your property or in the immediate vicinity who are not part of your environment, they could be people spying on the area.

Be alert!

Talk about it with family, friends and neighbors. A good personal description is helpful.

the following tips from the Federal Criminal Police Office to make it more difficult for burglars to commit the crime:

  • Have burglary-resistant exterior doors and windows installed. Check with your municipality about funding.
  • Alarm systems can be a useful addition to burglary-resistant doors and windows.
  • Lock all doors before you leave the house or apartment; use the existing locks for the basement, garage or bicycle storage room. Also close all windows – never leave them tilted!
  • You can report anyone who behaves suspiciously by observing or photographing houses to the police immediately. Even if the offense is not criminal, the information can be useful for the police.
  • Ask neighbors or good acquaintances to check on you regularly if you are away for a long time. Have your mailbox emptied, cancel your newspaper subscription, and don't forget!

Source: Oberhausen Police Headquarters

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