A 'surprising' common' burglary tactic has been revealed by Coventry police after thieves struck at a home. They say that lock snapping is a method being used by thieves to get into patio doors.

The Bablake policing team said that the tactic is silent, unlike smashing a window. The team have urged locals to install extra security to protect their homes.

It comes after thieves got into the back garden of a home in Barnfield Avenue. 'They used a lock snapping device or crowbar to try and force a rear patio door," the team reported.

"Thankfully entry was not gained. Lock snapping is a surprising common burglary method where thieves break the cylinder of a euro-cylinder lock which are often found in uPVC and composite doors. Entry can be gained in seconds; minimum tools are required and unl

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