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I wanted to provide you with an update regarding Vehicle crime (theft from or theft of), which people around your area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the priority survey. Vehicle Interference, and theft of number plates.
Your local policing team have been made aware of unknowns persons, trying vehicle door handles and removing number plates in the West and Devonport area of Plymouth.
It only takes seconds for a thief to take valuables from your vehicle. Please remove all property from you vehicles or keep them out of sight.
Top Tips!
*Lock your vehicle at all times
*Close windows and doors
*Remove all valuables: phones, bags, alcohol, keys, money (Loose Change) sat nav, tools etc.
*Always lock your bike steering and use a disc lock
*Chain the bike to a solid immovable object like a ground anchor
*Use a motorcycle cover if storing the bike outside to deter thieves.
*Mark your motorbike - customise it by marking rims, frames, handlebars, to make it identifiable and less attractive for thieves.
*Park it in a well-lit overlooked area or inside a secure shed or garage
*Use accredited car parks
*Install CCTV
*Ensure correct details are registered with DVLA
*Install motion-activated lighting
For those who have keyless entry : Car Key Pouch Signal Blocker
Garages: Garage Defender.
We recommend conducting your research before purchasing crime prevention products;
www.securebydesign.com or www.soldsecure.com this products will be fit for purpose
How to contact and report offences to the police; www.devon-cornwall.police.uk
Emergency 999 Non emergency 101
Crime stoppers 0800 555 111
 If you ever experience this issue or have information regarding an incident, please report it using our online reporting tools at https://www.devon-cornwall.police.uk, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101. Alternatively, you can stay 100 per cent anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their untraceable online form at crimestoppers-uk.org. Get Involved Please consider getting involved and contribute to the local priority survey, we may be unaware of issues that you would like us to focus on. Take a few minutes to securely and privately register and have your say using the button below, this will mean we can focus on things that matter to you. 
Please click here to complete the survey
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