[VIDEO] 2 Simple But Effective Christmas Security Tips From Essex Police

Christmas... "It's the mooooost wonderful time of the year!"

But it's not only your family and friends who are looking forward to those nicely wrapped presents sitting under your tree...

Your neighbourhood burglar has his eye on them too! Watch the following video from Essex Police and learn how to keep your home and family safe this Christmas.

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Christmas Security Tips From Essex Police

Here's an overview of the tips given by the Essex Police Crime Prevention Tactical Advisor:

• When leaving the house, ensure your doors and windows are locked
• Make sure the side access to your home is secure, so burglars can't break into your home via the back garden

Simple, effective and easy to follow.

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