Serial Number Action Project (SNAP)
Every year many New Zealanders are affected by burglary. Not only do they lose treasured possessions, but they are often left feeling that they have been invaded and their own personal security threatened.
The sad thing is that many burglars get away with it because the police are unable to match property that they suspect is stolen, with an actual burglary. This is because in the majority of cases they are given a description of what has been stolen, but no serial numbers to match with the stolen items.
SNAP (Serial Number Action Project) is a crime prevention initiative developed jointly by the New Zealand Police and the Insurance Council of New Zealand. It is designed to disrupt the flow of stolen goods and ultimately reduce your chances of being burgled in the future.
You can take action by recording your appliance serial numbers on the SNAP form attached.
The way SNAP works is simple;
•Record your property serial number on the attached form.
•Store a copy in a secure place in your home. Take some care to ensure that it is secure, because it could become a shopping list for burglars if you mislay it.
•As additional security we recommend that you keep a duplicate copy with Bay Insurance Brokers.
•If a burglary occurs, you should supply a copy of the form to the police.
•The police will use this information to identify your property and to help catch the offenders.
•A copy of the form can also be given to your insurer to assist with the processing of your claim.
You may also wish to record photographic evidence of your most valuable possessions to further assist the police with their identification and recovery in the event of a burglary.
We encourage you to complete the attached form with the serial number and identification marks of your main treasured possessions. Should you require assistance please do not hesitate to contact our office.
To complete the 'Serial Number Recording Form' please click here
