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Householders have been urged to lock garden sheds and install alarms if possible.
Gardaí have encouraged people to take extra security measures to protect valuables such as bicycles.
Gardaí said:
If you store your bicycle in a shed, remember to ensure that the shed itself is locked and alarmed.
• Spend 10% to 20% of the value of your bike on two locks.
• Lock your bike tightly to an immovable object.
• Keep the lock off the ground.
• When storing your bike at home in a shed or garage ensure it is locked to an immovable object or another heavy item, e.g a lawnmower.
• Take a photo of your bike, note the serial number and email it back to yourself so you have a record of it forever.
• Lock your bike indoors or in well-lit areas if possible.
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