Currently, burglaries are a cause for particular public concern. These thefts generate a strong negative reaction in public opinion and disproportionately affect low-income segments of the population.
Currently, burglaries are a cause for particular public concern. These thefts generate a strong negative reaction in public opinion and disproportionately affect low-income segments of the population. As a result of burglaries, citizens suffer significant material and moral damage. Items of various natures are stolen: crystalware, gold, household appliances, cash, etc. However, small, valuable items that are easy to sell are most frequently stolen. This is because such items are easy to remove from the apartment without attracting neighbours' attention and, at the same time, are easy to sell. In the 6 months of 2018 alone, 14 burglaries from apartments and private houses were committed in the Lepel district (16 in 2017). The primary items targeted were food products, computers, and cash. Furthermore, some citizens still have the habit of leaving their apartment keys under the doormat, which is a boon for a burglar, as they do not need to find methods of entering the apartment but can simply take advantage of the owner's carelessness and thoughtlessness. An important aspect of crime prevention is proactive measures. The most reliable method of protection is the measures undertaken by the Security Department to protect the residential sector by equipping citizens' apartments with security alarm systems. Another service that has become widespread is equipping apartments with an emergency police call system – a panic button. When assistance is needed, it is sufficient to press the button, and within minutes, a police unit will arrive at your apartment door. For all inquiries regarding equipping your apartment with a security alarm system, please call 4-45-13.
Head of the Security and Prevention Department of the Lepel District Department of Internal Affairs
Police Lieutenant Colonel I.A. Mikhno