Non-residential burglaries have decreased by 15.5 percent in Canterbury in the three months from 1 May to 31 July, compared to the previous three months.
In the May-July period there were 579 reported burglaries of non-residential premises.
However Canterbury Police continues to warn commercial premises to remain vigilant.
In metro areas, which make up 67 percent of victimisations, the properties most at risk are retailers, commercial properties and education facilities.
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