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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. 🔔 Community Safety Warning – Increase in Motorcycle Thefts
Over the past few weeks, we’ve seen a rise in motorcycle thefts in the area. Please take a moment to review your security measures and help us reduce further incidents.
What you can do:
Use multiple locks – a disc lock and a heavy-duty chain secured to an immovable object.
Park in well-lit, busy areas whenever possible.
Install a tracker or alarm to deter thieves and help with recovery if stolen.
Cover your motorcycle – this adds an extra layer of deterrence.
Report suspicious activity immediately by calling 101 or 999 if a crime is in progress.
We’re increasing patrols in hotspot locations, and your vigilance can make a big difference. Please share this message with other riders in the area.
Stay safe,
PCSO Sims
 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. | 
