This week’s lead story really comes as no surprise, as we see students as victims of crime once again.
Reports of crimes in Cathays and Roath have been regular features in gair rhydd news this year. Although crime figures in Cardiff are declining the message cannot be repeated enough to students that they must be individually responsible and use ‘common sense’ to prevent crime.
The heat of the summer and the euphoria of finishing another year at University can lead to careless actions and unfortunate consequences. When windows and doors are left open to let in a cooling breeze, it is vital that students remember to secure them and their houses before they go out.
Last year gair rhydd reported a student house that was burgled while its occupants were sat in the garden having a party, enjoying the sunshine.
This is a prime example of the fact that the thieves who target students in their homes are largely opportunistic, so by removing the opportunity to steal by locking doors and windows you are dramatically reducing your chances of being victims of crime.
