Burglary methods evolve, and lock snapping has become a major security concern for homeowners in London. Criminals exploit weak cylinder locks, gaining entry in seconds without sophisticated tools.

Experts are warning of a 'quiet' break-in method as burglars invade thousands of homes across England and Wales. While many people may imagine smashed windows or forced doors, there's another trick ...

Experts have issued a warning over a 'quiet' burglary technique as thieves target thousands of properties throughout England and Wales alone. While most people picture shattered glass or kicked-in ...

Unfortunately that is West Midlands Police’s description for ‘lock-snapping’ which has emerged as a prominent form of burglary in the Black Country this year. Armed with nothing more than a pair of ...

Councillor Linda Leach, for Bilston North, said residents across the city needed to check their door and window locking mechanisms to ensure they were snap-resistant. “Lock-snapping is a burglary ...

A surge in thieves snapping door locks to break into Doncaster houses has sparked a police plea for householders to check their security. Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Star, you can ...

A West Midlands Police spokeswoman said: “Police are investigating a burglary on Pargeter Road, Bearwood, last night (7 Feb). “The offenders snapped a door lock to gain access at 6.15pm and stole ...