Published Date:
20 February 2008
POLICE are reminding computer owners who use wireless networks to ensure their security systems are up to scratch.
It follows an incident at lunchtime on Sunday in the Tweedmouth area of Berwick where a householder reported two men sat in a car outside her home using laptop computers.
It emerged that the two local men were using the householder's wireless broadband connection remotely from a vehicle parked outside. Both were arrested for dishonestly obtaining a communications service and are on bail pending further enquiries.
Berwick Neighbourhood Inspector Sharon Stavers said: "This is a very unusual offence and it is worth reminding people who use a wireless connection to ensure they follow the manufacturer's instructions when setting it up.
"They should make sure that all the security systems are in place to keep their computers safe."
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Last Updated:
20 February 2008 2:44 PM
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Location:
Berwick
