From the iconic and bulky Aligarh locks to today’s sleek smart locks, people have always trusted different mechanisms to safeguard their homes. Yet, burglars seem to stay a step ahead, constantly innovating ways to break in — and now, they’ve found a silent and shockingly quick method that takes just 30 seconds.
Lock Breaking Just Got Easier
Earlier, breaking into a house used to involve hammering or brute force — methods that created enough noise to alert the entire neighbourhood. Expensive locks resistant to force once gave families a sense of security.
But those days may be over.
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A new trick that has recently surfaced — and is being openly explained in viral videos — shows thieves injecting petrol into locks using a syringe. The fuel is then ignited using a matchstick. Once the flames die out, the lock opens effortlessly with a gentle push.
Thieves Reveal the “Secret” Method
According to a thief featured in one such viral clip, “The lock opens within 30 seconds. We inject petrol using a syringe and set it on fire. After the flame dies, we can just push it open.”
He further explained that many locks contain a plastic membrane inside the mechanism. When heated, the plastic melts, and the lock loses its ability to resist pressure.
Internet Reacts: “A Training Video for Thieves”
The video has received widespread attention and sparked mixed reactions online. One user commented, “This seems more like a training video for thieves than an awareness message.” Others worried that more criminals could now adopt this method, making many households vulnerable.
This revelation serves as a reminder that no lock is truly foolproof — especially in the age of social media, where even criminal tactics go viral.
