Thieves Beware

Forensic coding for your valuables - Get SMART in sutton

SmartWater is a forensic fluid containing millions of microscopic particles that make up an individual property identification code.

How does it work as a crime deterrent ?

Studies have shown that the most powerful deterrent for any criminal is the thought that they might get caught. Sinse SmartWater has been introduced to Sutton in 2003, there has been a 31% reduction in burglary.

Thieves simply cannot risk handling stolen goods coded with SmartWater because 'forensic profiling' means they can be linked directly to the crime... often long after the event. Stronger and more accurate than DNA itself, SmartWater deters criminals because they know that they will be arrested and convicted.

Just code your possessions with SmartWater and your unique formula enables them to be forensically identified.

This innovative scheme was originally piloted last year in around 7 licensed premises in the Borough using covert systems. These premises had previously reported thefts of fruit machines from their premises. In late 2003 these premises had the SMARTWATER spray covertly installed and since then they have not reported any further thefts.

Sutton is one of the first Boroughs in the Met to launch SMARTWATER.