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Good Morning, At around 20:00 of the 22/11/2025, an unknown male has gained access to the rear garden of a property on Brookside Way, Wilnecote Tamworth. No items are believed to have been stolen, and no damage is believed to have been caused. If anyone has any footage or cctv regarding the incident, can you call us on 101, or via our website (Home | Staffordshire Police), quoting job number 671 of 22/11/2025. Please see below advice on keeping sheds secure: 1. Upgrade Locks and HingesReplace basic shed locks with heavy-duty padlocks (preferably closed-shackle types that resist bolt cutters).Use tamper-proof hinges secured with coach bolts instead of screws, so they can’t be unscrewed from outside. 2. Reinforce Doors and RoofFit a metal kick plate or sheet to the bottom of the door to prevent it being kicked in.Add internal bolts or a shed security bar across the door.Secure the roof with metal brackets or straps inside to stop intruders prising it open. 3. Secure WindowsCover windows with blackout film or curtains to hide valuables.Install window locks, bars, or grilles for extra protection. [homebuilding.co.uk]4. Anchor the ShedBolt the shed base to concrete or use anchor kits so it can’t be lifted or moved.5. Improve VisibilityPosition the shed where it’s visible from your house but not easily seen from the street.Trim back shrubs or install trellis panels to remove hiding spots.Consider a gravel path leading to the shed—it makes noise if someone approaches. [buyshedsdirect.co.uk]6. Add Lighting and AlarmsInstall motion-activated lights or solar-powered security lights.Fit a basic alarm or link it to your home security system for extra deterrence. [posh.co.uk]7. Don’t Advertise ContentsAvoid leaving expensive tools or bikes in plain sight.Mark valuables with your postcode and keep an inventory for insurance purposes.Best wishes, | 
