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I wanted to provide an update regarding the theft of motor vehicles, which members around this area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the Met Engage priority survey. Dear Residents,
I would like to provide you with an update regarding the issue of dumped or stored stolen motor vehicles, as well as the theft of motor vehicles, which residents in your area have raised as a matter of concern. We understand the impact these incidents can have on community safety and the overall sense of security within the neighbourhood.
Police Response:
Local officers have been conducting increased patrols in the affected areas, including both high‑visibility and plain‑clothes patrols. We are working closely with our intelligence team to identify patterns, track stolen vehicles, and target individuals believed to be involved in these offences.
We are also liaising with the local council and recovery partners to ensure that any dumped vehicles are promptly located, assessed, and removed where appropriate.
How You Can Help :
Residents are encouraged to report any suspicious activity, abandoned vehicles, or CCTV footage that may support our investigations. Your information is vital in helping us take effective and timely action.
Reporting Information
To report suspicious activity or non‑emergencies: call 101 or report online at www.met.police.uk
In an emergency or if a crime is in progress: call 999 immediately
To report anonymously: contact Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111 or visit www.crimestoppers-uk.org
Thank you for your continued support in helping us keep the community safe.
 We know that people can be concerned about the personal and financial impact of having their vehicle stolen, which is why we will pursue and arrest those who break the law. Please consider taking the following steps to keep your vehicle safe: Check that your vehicle is locked and secure every time you leave it. Thieves often look for easy opportunities to steal from vehicles. They will usually try the handles until they get lucky and find one that has been left unlocked. Keep your keys safe, out of view when at home and away from your front door. If you have a keyless entry vehicle, keep the key well away from the vehicle while at home and turn off wireless signals on your fob when its not being used. Consider putting the keys in a screened or signal blocking pouch, such as a Faraday Bag and check that it is still working every few months. Park your vehicle in a private garage if you can. If you don’t have access to one, try to park in a well –lit open space. Try to use public car parks that are part of the police approved Park Mark safer parking scheme. Secure your number plates with tamper resistant screws to avoid them being stolen and used by others.
If you ever experience this issue or have information regarding an incident, please report it using our online reporting tools at https://www.met.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% anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their untraceable online form at crimestoppers-uk.org. We are working on our brand-new strategy for how we police London and we want your help. Our New Met for London: Phase 2 strategy will guide how we deliver on behalf of Londoners over the next three years. | 
