From January 1 to January 11, Peel Regional Police reported a total of 40 break-ins across Mississauga and Brampton—14 in Mississauga and 26 in Brampton.

As of January 11, only five of these break-and-enter cases had been solved, with 35 still under investigation.

The data reveals that various locations were targeted, including:

– 15 houses
– 4 apartments
– 1 residential garage or shed
– 3 stores
– 1 jewelry store
– 1 restaurant
– 2 pharmacies
– 1 factory
– 3 categorized as “other”
– 9 classified as “unidentified” businesses

The primary hotspots for these incidents were:

– Kennedy Road
– Queen Street

Although few cases have been reported so far this year, there were several noteworthy break-and-enter incidents in 2024.

Peel Police indicate that certain properties are more likely to be targeted for break-ins, such as corner lots, homes bordering parks or open spaces, and properties that appear unmaintained or vacant.

“Residential break-ins are typically crimes of opportunity,” say Peel Police. “Burglars often target properties based on characteristics that increase their chances of breaking in without being caught.”

To prevent break-ins, residents are advised to follow these tips:

– Maintain shrubs and hedges to ensure clear lines of sight to windows and doors.
– Lock garage and screen doors, even when at home.
– Get to know your neighbors and watch out for each other’s properties.
– Consider adding an extra lock to windows and sliding doors.