NZ Police CommCens Alert 21:00 12-11-2007 Canterbury
Location of incident: Christchurch
Incident Type: SHOW WEEK
12 November 2007
Keep An Eye Out On Christchurch Show Week
Coming to town for Show week? This is traditionally (and hopefully!) hot, busy, lots of people, too much drink, and easy
pickings for the burglar and car thief. Locals and visitors are warned to leave no chances for the opportunist thief and
to keep an eye on their valuables.
Senior Sergeant Peter Laloli says some burglars specialise in Show Week and there are always those who are around
motels.
'Motels are often an easy target for thieves who know that doors tend be left unlocked for latecomers to get in during
Show Week. On the hot nights we (usually) get at this time of year, windows also get left wide open, so make sure the
safety catch is on. People are relaxed and cash and valuables tend to be left lying around,' says Pete Laloli. 'Thieves
know from experience where to look for wallets and jewellery. Money should be hidden or put with other valuables in the
motel safe.'
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