The end of year holidays are conducive to burglary attempts. This former thief, who served 10 years in prison, reveals how she scouted houses before breaking into them. When and how did she do it? Answers.
In France, the number of burglaries continues to increase. In 2022 (excluding Mayotte) the ministerial statistical service for internal security recorded 211,400 burglaries, or more than one every three minutes. Furthermore, the end of year celebrations mark an increase in these intrusion attempts, given that many French people are away from home to spend the holidays with family. But before taking action, the thugs spend time identifying your lifestyle habits.
Jen Gomez aka @jenjen.gomez on Tiktok is a former burglar, who served 10 years in prison. In a video published on the social network, she reveals the different criteria which allowed her to choose the house into which she was going to enter without too much risk. For example, Jen Gomez selected her victims based on the weather, the presence of pets, and the time of day.
His first criterion: the weather. A few days before her act, the ex-burglar carefully studied the weather on the big day. Because days of good weather are not conducive to a burglary, according to her. People are outside more often, walking in the streets, in strollers, mowing the lawn or playing in the garden. Conversely, foggy or rainy days are preferable for thieves, who will also favor isolated places as well as houses furthest away from each other.
The most favorable time of day for burglaries. Be aware that most burglaries take place during the day and during the week. Jen Gomez attacked her victims between 8 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. or between 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. In fact, during these time slots, people are generally absent: they accompany the children to school or go to the office. And why does Jen Gomez prefer the presence of pets? Quite simply because she believes that when a small dog or cat walks freely in the house, it means that the motion sensors are deactivated and that she takes less risks by entering your home.
The burglary specialist also reveals that she “disguises” herself in such a way as not to be recognized: she wears blouses and shoes that are not her size, wears her hair in a smooth bun, and opts for the areas that suit her. allow you to leave the area as quickly as possible. So many clues that should allow you to keep your eyes open and keep you safe as the end-of-year holidays approach. Another piece of advice: equip yourself with a surveillance camera or an alarm in order to call the police if necessary.