Operation Shield – DNA marking system

What is Operation Shield?
Operation Shield is Cheshire Constabulary's unique DNA marking system that is protecting homes and businesses in Cheshire by reducing burglary opportunities, deterring offenders, and identifying and recovering stolen property.

How does it work?
Operation Shield works by using state-of-the-art unique DNA liquid which contains an individual code to mark property in your home, garage and shed. The DNA coding in the liquid is registered solely to your address and added to a database. This means that if anything is ever stolen it can be traced back to you.

The liquid is barely visible and is hard for offenders to see. Once it's applied to property it is extremely difficult to remove. This means if an offender is ever caught in possession of stolen items they can be linked directly back to the crime scene.

All property recovered by Cheshire Police is scanned by Ultra-Violet beams under Operation Shield to check for traces of unique DNA liquid. If any evidence of the liquid is detected, the property is then closely examined with high-power microscopes which can identify the individual code. This information is then inputted into the database of registered addresses and items and can be traced back to the owner.

Homeowners can get marking kits which come with a container of the unique liquid, an application brush and details of how to register property. Once property has been marked and registered, stickers can be displayed around your property to work as a deterrent to any burglars who may be looking to target your home.

Plans are underway to highlight the operation at events in Tattenhall, so look out for details.

CLICK HERE for further information and how to purchase DNA kits.