Home intrusions are a growing concern for homeowners and renters. Statistics show that the number of burglaries has increased in recent years, which means that it is more important than ever to know the different types of home invasions and how to protect yourself against them. In this article, we’ll look at the top 10 most popular types of home invasions and discuss ways to protect against them.
The first and most common type of home invasion is burglary. Burglary is defined as the unlawful entry into a structure or building by physical or chemical means. This may include the use of keys, crowbars or broken windows to gain unauthorized entry to a property. Thieves can also use specialized tools such as bolt cutters to break into locks and gain entry.
The second most common type of home intrusion is a forced entry. Forced entry usually involves the use of false keys, false identification or even simply taking advantage of the occupants’ lack of vigilance to enter a property without authorization. It may also include the use of techniques such as picking or bumping to open unlocked or poorly locked locks.
The third most common type of home invasion is robbery. Robbery usually involves the use of a weapon to threaten the occupants so that they cannot resist the robber and he can take possession of the property on the spot. This type of intrusion is often accompanied by physical and verbal violence and can be very traumatic for the victims who are confronted with it.
The fourth most common type of home invasion is called “home invasion” and usually involves an organized group that meticulously plans its intrusion before the occupants are even aware of the impending danger to them. These groups are known to use aggressive tactics such as threatening occupants with weapons, physically restraining certain members of the group, and taking immediate possession of property on the premises before fleeing quickly after committing their crime.
The fifth most common type of home invasion is called “burglary” and usually involves a lone thief who actively seeks to illegally enter someone’s home in order to take immediate possession of the property on the premises before quickly fleeing after committing his crime without being noticed by the occupants or anyone outside the targeted home.
The sixth most common type of home invasion is called “breaking and entering” and generally involves the use of force (e.g., using a crowbar) or chemicals (e.g., using a corrosive chemical) to gain unlawful entry into someone’s home in order to take immediate possession of the property on the premises before quickly fleeing after committing the crime without being noticed by the occupants or anyone outside the targeted home.
The seventh most common type of home invasion is called “robbery” and typically involves the use of force (e.g., using a weapon) or chemicals (e.g., using a corrosive chemical) to directly threaten the occupants so that they cannot resist the thief and he can take immediate possession of the property on the premises and then quickly escape after committing his crime.
The eighth most common type of home invasion is called “robbery” and generally involves the use of force (e.g., using a weapon) or chemicals (e.g., using a corrosive chemical) to directly threaten the occupants so that they cannot resist the thief and he can take immediate possession of the property on the premises before quickly fleeing after committing his crime.
The ninth most common type of home invasions is called “opportunistic theft”, which means that this kind of thief doesn’t need to plan his attempt, but rather takes advantage of the lack of vigilance of the owner, he can easily enter thanks to the doors that are not closed properly, the windows that are not closed properly etc…
Finally, the 10th most frequent type of home intrusion is called “scout”, this kind of thief plans his attempt carefully, he watches his victim carefully for days or weeks, he collects all possible information about his victim such as exact address, daily schedule etc…
In order to protect yourself against all these different types of home invasions, there are some simple but effective measures such as: installing a security alarm adapted to your home; checking regularly if all doors/doors/windows/gates etc. ….. are well closed; avoiding divulging too much information about your home; seeking professional advice if necessary etc. ….
In conclusion, knowing the different types of home invasions allows homeowners/tenants to better understand the risks involved in criminal attempts. Also, learning some simple measures will significantly reduce the risk of criminal attempts.
