Why leaving your key in the lock at night is extremely important, according to this expert

A Birmingham locksmith has shared some important tips on the importance of leaving your keys in the lock at night to deter burglars. According to Co-op Insurance, nearly one in three homeowners has been the victim of a burglary. To combat these crimes, this locksmith, known on TikTok as  Brummie Lock Picker  , posted a video showing how leaving a key in the lock can make it harder for intruders to break in.

At the beginning of the video, he holds a lock in front of the camera, the key slightly turned in the cylinder. He shows viewers that in this position, the internal mechanism is blocked and it is practically impossible to open.

However, if the key is inserted directly, without being turned, it will be easier for the thief to unlock: he will simply have to insert your key with another one that fits in the same lock.