Stay Alert This Autumn – Protect Your Property As the darker nights are here, we often see an increase in opportunistic crime such as theft from motor vehicles, burglary, and personal robbery. Coventry Police are working closely with Hotel Watch, Neighbourhood Watch, and Street Watch to keep our communities safe – but we need your help too.
✅ Home Security Lock doors and windows, even when you’re at home.Use timer switches for lights to make your home look occupied.Keep valuables out of sight and consider property marking.Full advice: Protecting your home from crime – West Midlands Police [westmidlan....police.uk]
✅ Vehicle Security Always lock your car, even for short stops.Remove valuables and hide any signs of tech Consider steering wheel locks and Faraday pouches for keyless cars.Full advice: Prevent theft from a vehicle – West Midlands Police [westmidlan....police.uk]More tips: Preventing car and vehicle theft [westmidlan....police.uk]
✅ Robbery Prevention Stay alert when out and about; keep phones and bags out of sight.Avoid isolated areas after dark and plan safe routes home.Consider carrying a personal alarm and share your location with a trusted contact.Full advice: Staying Safe – West Midlands Police [westmidlan....police.uk]
Report suspicious activity:
Call 101 or report online at westmidlands.police.uk. In an emergency, dial 999.
Find out more about Neighbourhood Watch, Street Watch, and Hotel Watch by emailing coventry_partnership@westmidlands.police.uk
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