Watching the news wires each week reveals the number of thefts taking place in villages is steadily increasing.

However the number of apprehended thieves is also increasing when CCCTV has been installed.

For example Bendigo Retirement Village has had three thefts in the past six months but all three criminals were captured on CCTV and by police.

Systems are now affordable, starting at $250.

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