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Dear resident,
A Range Rover Evoque has been stolen without keys from the driveway of a property on Cricket Lane, Lichfield. This incident occurred on 27th August and is recorded under incident number 095.
If you have any information that could assist the investigation, please contact Staffordshire Police on 101 and quote the incident number above.
🔐 Crime Prevention Advice – Keyless Vehicle Theft
Keyless car theft—also known as relay theft—is on the rise across the UK. Thieves use electronic devices to amplify the signal from your key fob, tricking the car into unlocking and starting without needing the actual key.
Here’s how to protect your vehicle:
• 📶 Use a Faraday pouch or box: These block the signal from your key fob, preventing thieves from intercepting it.
• 🚪 Keep keys away from doors and windows: Signals can be captured even from inside your home.
• 🔧 Disable keyless entry: Some vehicles allow you to turn off this feature—check your manual or ask your dealer.
• 🛡️ Add physical security: Steering wheel locks, driveway posts, and wheel clamps are strong deterrents.
• 📍 Park strategically: Use well-lit areas, CCTV coverage, or park close to walls to block access.
Let’s stay alert and help protect our neighbourhood from further incidents.
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