Skelmersdale Crime File

OLD SKEM: Aluminium ladders were stolen from the back garden of an end terraced house on Sandy Lane.
The 18ft extension ladders were stolen between 6pm on Sunday (January 10) and 10.35am the next day.
ASHURST: Two mountain bikes were stolen from behind a shed in the back garden of a house on Lulworth between 4.35am and 8.25am on Sunday (January 10).
The bikes are described as adult mountain bikes with suspension black frame, orange handlebars, grips and orange wheels.

(Reproduced from Ormskirk & Skelmersdale Advertiser, 14/01/10)

GARDIEN TIP: Ladders should always be secured with a Ground Anchor or a suitable Chain and Padlock. Bikes are a prime target for thieves - see the prevention advice at http://www.garden-security.co.uk/bike-security-print.htm