On behalf of our partners at the RCMP, we are sharing the following.
September 24, 2025
As days grow shorter, Chestermere RCMP remind residents to take steps in securing their homes
Chestermere, Alta. – With the arrival of fall, daylight hours are decreasing, and the Chestermere RCMP are reminding homeowners that criminals often take advantage of the longer hours of darkness. Taking a few simple steps now can help reduce the risk of becoming a victim of property crime.
The Chestermere RCMP encourage residents to consider Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) principles when evaluating their homes and properties:
- Ensure your address number is clearly visible for emergency responders.
- Trim overgrown trees and bushes to increase sight lines and eliminate potential hiding places.
- Keep shrubs below window level to prevent them from becoming cover for intruders.
- Maintain clear, visible pathways to doors and access points.
- Install LED or motion-sensor lighting around doors, driveways, and dark corners of your property.
- Install security cameras near home entry points, as well as near outbuildings and garages.
- Use solar-powered lights for sheds, backyards, and areas without wiring access.
- Ensure lights are placed high enough to prevent tampering.
- Lock up tools, ladders, and lawn equipment in a garage or shed.
- Avoid leaving expensive items in plain sight from the street.
- Use high-quality padlocks and deadbolts on exterior structures.
- Use fencing and natural barriers (like thorny plants) to define property boundaries.
- Ensure your address is clearly visible from the street for emergency responders.
- Avoid tall privacy fences or solid walls that can block visibility and hide intruders.
- Join or start a community watch to keep neighbours informed and engaged.
The Chestermere RCMP reminds residents that if you witness a crime in progress or see suspicious activity, call 9-1-1 immediately. For non-emergencies, you can:
- Call 310-RCMP (7267)
- To report online, download the Alberta RCMP app through Apple or Google Play. Alternatively, visit rcmp-grc.gc.ca/ab and select Online Crime Reporting under quick links.
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