SmartWater
10 things you need to know about SmartWater
SmartWater has developed crime reduction programmes for law enforcement agencies worldwide that have been proven to reduce crimes such as burglary and auto-crime, by over 80% in some cases.Here are some facts which may be able to answer your questions and reveal the benefits of using SmartWater.
- SmartWater is a liquid which is similar to DNA in that it is completely unique. Each SmartWater solution contains a different chemical composition to another SmartWater liquid. Also, floating within the unique liquid are minute metal plates with an individual number stamped on them. Therefore each SmartWater liquid is totally different to another, making it easy to tell them apart.
- Once dry, SmartWater is invisible to the naked eye, but can bve revelead using UV lighting. Unlike some property marking system will not come off through use or wet weather and will not damage items, even delicate ones.\
- Thieves thrive on the fact that most property is not identifiable. property stolen during a burglary is often found in the possession of a criminal, yet many of them are released with out charge becuase the property cannot be identofoed as stolen.
- Around 400 premises in Peterborough are already protected by SmartWater with amny more joining everyday.
- Areas throughout the UK that have received SmartWater have enjoyed a huge reduction in burglaries, with some levels being decreased by 80%.
- All items of property that are found by the police are examined for traces of SmartWater using UV lights. Items that are found for traces of SmartWater on rae then eaily returned to its rightful owner.
- Every person who is arrested in Peterborough will also be examined for SmartWater. There is a SmartWater room located within the custody suite where people are checked using UV lights.
- Every SmartWater kit comes with enough liquid to mark over 100 items, along with window stickers to advertise that you are protected. The liquid can also be used to mark items outside your home, such as garden tools and vehicle parts.
- If you would like to join the SmartWater initiative and buy a kit to protect your home, please contact the Community Safety Unit at Bridge Street Police Station on 01733 424434 for more details.
