Fronts doors and windows in properties which have been the wrong subject of a police
raid have been repaired over the last year, with the bill setting back UK police forces hundreds of thousands of pounds, it is
reported.
Figures released under the Freedom of Information Act have revealed that UK police departments paid out £500,000 in total to
cover the repair bill when they raided properties based on the wrong information.
Police in Durham were forced to pay for the replacement of
some 35 front doors following such mistakes.
Meanwhile, Northamptonshire police
replaced eight exterior doors.
Britons are advised to always ensure their front doors are secure and locked if they wish to keep out a more likely threat which could cause
damage to their home - a burglar.
The Essex Echo recently reported that Rosemary Pannell is urging people to keep their exterior doors and windows locked,
even if they are at home, after she was burgled while she took a shower.
Force 8 the North West's leading window and door manufacturer.
Written by Ted Powell
