lock your vehicle

Afternoon Resident

Lock it or lose it

It only takes seconds for someone to enter your car. Whether you are de-icing the car, dropping off a parcel, or popping into the shop – lock up. You can use a steering lock and ensure your alarm is active. Never leave your keys in the ignition or on the seat. When locking your car with your key fob, check your wing mirrors have folded away if they usually do, listen for the lock, and check your doorhandle.

Report any suspicious activity

We need your help to reduce car theft in this area. If you see anything suspicious please call 101 or head to our website to Live Chat with us. In an emergency, call 999. You can look out for signs of vehicle crime: loud drilling, someone looking into car windows, someone trying car handles, people walking with unusual electronic devices. Protect your car and others. Use a signal blocking box or pouch.

Park in secure locations

Parking next to other vehicles reduces the access to car windows, doors, and underneath the vehicle. To reduce catalytic converter theft, it’s best to activate your car’s lift sensor alarm if it has one.  It can be easy to opt for cheap or pop-up car parks but these are not always the most secure. Choose a safe place to park, that is monitored by CCTV, has parking attendants or security, and has a ‘Park Mark’ stamp. For more information, visit www.parkmark.co.uk

Double check your car is locked and

that all valuables have been removed.

For help and advice, please visit: westmidlands.police.uk

Thank You