At Home: "Do not leave house or vehicle keys in the lock or on a side table in view of a window. Burglars look for these 'quick wins' through glass or letterboxes".

In Public: "Don't advertise your stuff. Keep mobile phones and valuables out of sight while walking or sitting in cafes. Opportunists at 

Bentley Bridge

and 

The Crossways

look for unattended bags and phones on tables".

Digital Safety: Recent alerts warn of "digital pickpocketing" at local markets. Thieves use handheld card readers to trigger contactless payments from cards tucked in your pocket or bag—keep them in RFID-blocking wallets.

Vehicle Security: "Offenders have used devices to try and gain access to vehicles on 

Overdale Road

. Use a steering lock and keep fobs in Faraday pouches to stop 'relay' theft". 

Bentley Bridge

& Heath Town Markets: High-visibility patrols are active this month to deter "purse dippers" and shoplifters.

Antisocial Behaviour: Teams are currently patrolling the 

Crossways Shopping Centre

and identifying crime prevention opportunities with local businesses.

Successes: A male was recently charged for 53 shoplifting offences across the Wolverhampton area. 

View the Wednesfield and Heath Town Neighborhood Page for priority updates.

Check WMnow Latest Alerts for real-time burglary warnings in your specific street.