Nanaimo RCMP, homeowners grappling with ‘significant spike’ of daytime B&E’s
NANAIMO — Police are used to break-and-enter crimes increasing during the holidays, but 2018 is proving to be a particularly dangerous time.
Nanaimo RCMP Cst. Gary O’Brien said police recorded 32 break-and-enter incidents in the first two weeks of December, up from 21 in 2017.
O’Brien said the “significant spike” is often due to the same lax security measures they see throughout the year: unlocked doors and windows.
“The last break-and-enter where the female was arrested, she simply walked in through the front door,” he said.