Police have issued a warning after a "suspicious" man was spotted trying doors of homes and cars.
Merseyside Police urged people in Wallasey to be "vigilant with their home and vehicle security" after receiving reports of a man acting suspiciously over multiple consecutive nights in around the village. They said the man had been trying doors and looking for "insecure vehicles, homes and garages" in the area.
Police have asked people to "take a second" and ensure all doors and windows are secured before leaving the home. They said to double check vehicles are locked after parking and to remove any valuables from them.
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They also said to "keep house and vehicle keys" away from doors and windows. Those with keyless cars were also advised to keep their "key" devices in a shielded pouch or tin.
A spokesperson for Merseyside Police said: "We are urging local residents to be vigilant with their home and vehicle security. Over the last few nights, we have received a number of reports and footage showing a suspicious male looking for insecure vehicles, homes and garages in the Wallasey Village area.
"Please take a second to ensure you secure all windows and doors before heading out or to bed, also double check your vehicle is also locked and any valuables removed.
"Keep house and vehicle keys away from doors and windows, keyless entry/start vehicle owners are also advised to keep your keys in a shielded pouch or tin which can be easily and inexpensively purchased online.
"Further crime prevention advice on improving your home, vehicle, garage and shed security can be found by visiting the below crime prevention advice page on our website."
You can find advice from Merseyside Police on how to protect your homes and vehicles here.
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