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What's the difference between an aggravated robbery and a burglary?

An aggravated robbery is when a person commits a robbery in company with one or more people, or with an offensive weapon.

Remember

No amount of money is worth risking a life. The safety of staff and customers is paramount in these situations.

A burglary is the unlawful entry of a structure with the intent to commit an offence, where the entry is either forced or unforced.

Businesses can use the strategies in the Aggravated Robbery and Burglary Prevention booklet to minimise the incidence and impact of an aggravated robbery or burglary.

Sound the alarm

Statistics show more than 70 per cent of burglaries happen at night, making it important for businesses to have CCTV and alarms fitted to help deter and catch offenders.

Call
  • Police Assistance on 131 444 to report a crime that is NOT life threatening or a time critical emergency
  • Triple Zero (000) in an emergency or life-threatening situation
  • Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 to report information about illegal activity, suspicious activity or information which may assist in solving a crime.

  • Display and post warning signs so intruders know about your security features
  • Install a monitored alarm system or CCTV which can act as a deterrent and greatly assist police officers to identify offenders, so ensure your equipment covers multiple angles
  • Secure entries and exits and consider installing security screens for added protection
  • Mark your property with the name of your business or Australian Business Number so police can easily identify property if its recovered
  • Make safes safer by securely fixing them to a floor, wall or similar solid object
  • Never leave cash on premises overnight.

Lock away other highly sought after items that are easy to grab and easy to sell. Put burglars in the spotlight

A sudden bright light might make a burglar think twice.

  • Install sensor lights outside that turn on with movement to deter burglars or help to identify burglars caught on CCTV and potentially assist with prosecution
  • Check lighting in nearby laneways, car parks and other external areas
  • Arrange internal lighting so anyone on the inside can be seen by people in the area.

Canberra has many small shopping centres with businesses that close at different times. If you’re a small business, it could be worthwhile to team up with neighbouring businesses to consider security measures for mutual benefit.

If you are a victim of business burglary, follow these steps:

  • Contact ACT Policing immediately to file a report. You will need a copy of the police report and/or a case number to provide to your insurance company. You may also be asked to provide the following information:
    • Time of offence and witnesses
    • Description of offender
    • Footage, if you have cameras
    • Weapon used to gain entry and any evidence at the scene.
  • Contact your insurance company to file a claim.