Vehicle Crime - Don't let criminals spoil your Christmas

Dear All, 

Don’t let the criminals enjoy Christmas at your expense. 

Christmas Vehicle Crime - 5 Top tips for a crime free Christmas:- 

• Don’t leave presents in full view on the back seat when out shopping. These can be tempting to thieves. Lock them away out of sight in the boot. 

• Lock your car and make sure windows are closed, even if you’re away from your vehicle for just a few minutes. Use a steering lock if possible. 

• Don’t leave your keys in the ignition whilst your vehicle is unattended, even for a few minutes. Opportunistic thieves will often steal cars that have been left with the engine running to defrost the windows. 

• Try to park in a well lit area or in an attended car park. 

• Don’t leave any valuables in the glove compartment. Take bank cards, mobile phones and satellite navigation systems with you.

These items are on a car thieves’ shopping list. If you notice anyone acting suspicious near your car please call police on 101 or in an emergency 999 

Regards 

PCSO Ben Lambert