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Residential burglary

A residential burglary is when someone enters a building such as a house, garage, shed or summer house with the intent to steal something or commit a crime.

It also includes other premises used for residential purposes such as houseboats, residential care homes and hostels.

If the burglar has a weapon, such as a gun, knife or explosive, this is classified as an aggravated residential burglary.

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Victim/Witness

Someone has burgled the place I live

The place you live, such as your house, flat or apartment, has been broken into

Someone has burgled a building on my land

A building that is on your land, such as a garage or shed, but not the place you live, has been broken into

I think someone else's property has been broken into

You believe someone else's home or other building such as a shed or garage,may have been burgled

I am worried that my property may be burgled

You are worried that your home or building may be broken into and would like some advice to stop this happening

There are witnesses

Someone saw the incident happen

I don't think there are any witnesses

You don't know if anyone saw what happened

Your situation

This has happened more than once

This isn't the first time this has happened

I feel I've been targeted

If you feel that you have been targeted for a particular reason please make sure you tell us this

I do not speak English very well

English is not your first language and you may have difficulties discussing your concerns

I was injured or threatened with violence

The burglar used threats or violence during the incident

The person who did this

I think I know who did this

You have details of, or suspect you know who committed the crime

I don’t know who did this but I do have a description

You have a description of what the suspect or suspects look like

I don't have a name or description of the person, but I have other details

You do not have any description or names of those involved, but do have details such as their address, their place of work, their number plate, online details etc.

Someone I know has details about who did this

Someone believes they have information about the suspect

I don't know who did this

You do not have any details of who is involved in this

Evidence

There is video footage or photos

You may have clear CCTV, video or images of the incident or know where there are cameras which may cover the area

There is evidence which could identify the person responsible

There may be evidence such as bodily fluids, fingerprints, footprints or saliva

They left something behind

The suspect may have left an item behind

There are verbal or written comments

The suspect/s said something, left graffiti, wrote something online or sent emails or messages

I don’t know if there is any evidence

You are unsure if there is evidence that can help with the investigation

Concerns

This is affecting my mental or physical health

You would like support following this incident

I want to remain anonymous

You do not want to provide your details

I do not want to go to court

You do not feel comfortable taking part in a trial or hearing

I am unsure if I can enter the property

You are outside the burgled property and want to know if you can enter before officers arrive

I'm worried it may happen again

You are worried that this incident may happen again and this could affect your livelihood

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Residential burglary