A FORMER burglar has warned people not to have a calendar in their kitchens, as it can encourage robbers. The organisation staple is commonplace in many homes, as they're handy to keep an eye on things going on in a family. 3 A former burglar turned security expert has revealed why you should never leave your calendar in your kitchen 3 Having it in view through a window means burglars will know when you're not there Credit: Alamy 3 He also advised putting a double lock onto the front door to deter robbers too Credit: Alamy However, according to ex-robber turned security expert Michael Fraser, having a calendar up can actually be a security risk.
"A lot of people put calendars up in their kitchen," he said during an interview on This Morning. "And the calendar's up with the dates on of when they're out. "And what they don't realise is the burglar can read.
Read more Real Life stories HORROR RAID Masked robbers raid Charlotte Crosby's home while she's upstairs with daughter CITIZEN'S ARREST Watch incredible moment shirtless hero PINS DOWN home-invading burglar "He will come round the back, have a look through. "If he sees that you're not there, he'll come back." And if you can't go without a calendar, just make sure it's not anywhere near a window.
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