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.

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A quarter of all burglaries in West Yorkshire are being committed by criminals using a technique called "lock snapping", police have revealed. Since 2009, there has been a rise in the technique, which ...

Police are urging Wolverhampton residents to be vigilant after a spate of lock snapping burglaries. Residents have been told to take action and protect themselves from break-ins during the winter. The ...

Police have issued break-in prevention advice following a spate of burglaries in Salford. Burglars have been using a tactic called lock snapping to target homes in Swinton and Little Hulton, according ...

POLICE are calling for residents to be aware of burglaries involving 'lock snapping'. Police took to Facebook to warn of the increase in break-ins using the method, and shared advice on how to avoid ...

14:31, Fri, Jan 16, 2026 Updated: 14:35, Fri, Jan 16, 2026 Experts are warning of a 'quiet' break-in method as burglars invade thousands of homes across England and Wales. While many people may ...