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Dear Residents, We have recently received reports of Vehicle Crime within your local area in Elliotstown. Patrols have been increased in the area and Officers are currently investigating the reports that we have received.
Here are some safety tips to help keep your vehicle safe.
Always lock it - Remove everything from the car; don't even leave a jacket where it can be seen.
Prevent 'fishing' - Ensuring the sunroof along with the windows when you leave are shut. Don't give thieves an opportunity to get a hand in a gap or use a bent coat hanger to gain entry.
Take it with you - Mobile phones, sunglasses, small change. Thieves will take anything they can if it could be of any value, don't leave it behind.
Keep documents safe - Storing car ownership information in your home (V5's/MOT certificates), not your car.
Hide electrical items - Taking removable stereos and sat nav equipment with you.
Park responsibly - Where possible always park your vehicle in well lit areas and on a busier street and not somewhere secluded and dark. Where possible when parking in car park facilities look for those that have met the Safer Parking award.
Don't leave it with the engine running - In the colder winter months never leave the vehicle unattended, with the engine running when de-icing windscreens. Thieves will always take an opportunity if given one.
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