Tamarin Home Burglary: Rs 500,000 Worth of Jewellery Stolen
A 46-year-old businessman in Tamarin lost an estimated Rs 500,000 in jewellery after thieves broke in through a toilet window over the weekend.
A businessman aged 46 has reported a burglary at his home in Tamarin, a coastal town on the western coast of Mauritius, after an estimated Rs 500,000 worth of jewellery was taken during the weekend.
According to the homeowner, the theft took place last Saturday. The intruder or intruders gained access to the property through a toilet window, a point of entry that is often overlooked when securing a home.
Once inside, they made off with a significant quantity of jewellery. The total estimated value of the stolen items stands at half a million rupees, making this one of the more substantial residential burglaries reported in the area recently.
The Mauritius Police Force has opened an investigation into the incident. Officers are working to identify the perpetrators and establish the full circumstances surrounding the break-in. No arrests have been reported at this stage.
Tamarin, known for its surf spot and growing residential and tourism developments in the Black River district, has seen an increase in population and property activity in recent years, which can bring added security concerns for homeowners.
Residents and homeowners across Mauritius are reminded by police to secure all entry points, including windows in bathrooms and other utility areas that may seem too small or inconvenient to attract attention. Grilles on smaller windows and alarm systems connected to monitoring services are among the precautions recommended by security professionals.
Anyone with information relating to the Tamarin burglary is encouraged to contact the nearest police station or the police emergency line.
Source: ION News
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Tamarin located in Mauritius?β
Tamarin is a coastal village in the Black River district on the western side of Mauritius. It is well known for its surf beach and has grown significantly as a residential and tourism area in recent years.
What should Mauritius homeowners do to prevent break-ins through windows?β
The Mauritius Police Force generally advises homeowners to fit metal grilles on all accessible windows, including toilet and bathroom windows, install alarm systems, and report any suspicious activity to the nearest police station or call 999 for emergencies.
How much jewellery was stolen in the Tamarin burglary?β
The homeowner, a 46-year-old entrepreneur, reported that jewellery estimated at Rs 500,000 was taken during the break-in, which occurred last Saturday.
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