Local Priorities Theft Of Motor Vehicles Message

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.

Over the Weekend we have been busy on the Heston East Ward and other Heston Areas including Heston Heston West and Heston Central while working in these areas we have been able to find a number of stolen items including Moped and Bikes and return them to their rightful owners and find pre packed Bags of Cannabis and attend a number of incidents regarding Violence between people including a suspected Knife incident and Road Traffic Incidents. On all these incidents it has been so important to work with our residents and understand their concerns and worries. We understand that the relationship between the Police in the Local area and the Public we serve can only be strengthened if we work together and understand your needs. Due to that we will be holding more meetings so you can speak to us and meet with us to share your concerns and issues. We value you and all the efforts you make in the community and all the information you give us each piece of info you give helps us even though you may not think it is important each bit of info could be what is needed so continue to let us know.

HestonEast.365Group@Met.Police.uk

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. 

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