Police remind people to secure their property
Invercargill Police remind people to secure their properties at night time or when left unattended, including farm buildings, fuel tanks and vehicles.
There has been spate of burglaries, and motor vehicles that have been broken into over the last three weeks in the Invercargill area. Targeted vehicles have been parked up driveways and on street fronts left unlocked, or with valuables left in plain sight.
- If you’re are away from your house for any length of time, let your neighbours know so they can keep an eye on your property.
- Record the serial numbers of tools and valuable items, or mark these with an identifier that can be traced to your property.
- When you leave your vehicle, make sure it is locked and that you don't leave valuable items in it.
Police also ask members of the public to report any suspicious activity while it’s in progress and if you feel something illegal is happening or you are in danger call 111 immediately.
If you have information related to these recent offences or any other dishonesty offending please contact the Invercargill Police Station at 211 0400 or alternatively call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0880 555 111.
*Information from the police website*
Further appeal for information following Queens Park arson
Police are continuing to investigate following an arson in Queens Park, Windsor on Wednesday 3 December.
Police received a report at around 12:20am that four vehicles had been deliberately set alight.
As part of our investigations, we would like to hear from anyone who was on or around Queens Drive between 12am and 12:30am on Wednesday 3 December , or anyone with information that could assist.
Please contact Police via 105 either over the phone or online, referencing file number 251203/6133.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
Some Choice News!
Many New Zealand gardens aren’t seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days — the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.
Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, who’s made it his mission to protect the monarch, his neighbours still get to enjoy these beautiful butterflies in their own backyards.
Thinking about planting something to invite more butterflies, bees, and birds into your garden?
Thanks for your mahi, Alan! We hope this brings a smile!
Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD
The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’
If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.
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