RESIDENTS are being urged to take simple precautions to deter burglaries this Christmas. The advice, from North Wales Police, comes as part of Operation Blue Instinct; an initiative designed to deter criminality and protect the community. PC Dave Smith said: "Opportunist burglars know that at this time of year people will store gifts in preparation for Christmas in their homes. "Don’t let them steal your Christmas, protect your home by following our simple but very effective burglary prevention advice." Use a light timer, or leave a light on if you’re going out to give the impression that someone is home.