Thefts of Motor Vehicles

Thefts of Motor Vehicles

Dear Resident

There has recently been a spate of keyless car thefts across Hertfordshire. In many cases, offenders are using devices to capture keyless car signals to fool the vehicles into thinking they have the key, enabling thieves to enter and start the vehicle.

If you have a keyless entry vehicle, please consider purchasing and using a “Faraday” box or pouch for both your regular keys and any spare keys, to block any signal transmissions when the vehicle is not being used.

Tips to prevent vehicle crime:

Ensure you lock doors and shut windows/sunroof when leaving your vehicle unattended.

Always remove keys from the ignition when you are not with the vehicle

When parking, remember to set your immobiliser or alarm or use an approved steering lock or gear lever clamp.

Never leave valuables in your vehicle – not even in the glove box or boot – and keep all possessions out of sight – even coats, sunglasses and carrier bags.

Be aware of your keys. Don’t leave them visible on a windowsill or near to your front door, where they could be “hooked” through the letterbox or a keyless signal can be received by relay devices.

If you have a keyless entry car use a signal blocking bag and consider using additional trackers, steering wheel locks or ghost immobilisers.

Store car ownership documents at home, not in your car.

Please be vigilant and report any suspicious activities in the area.

If you need to report a crime please call 101 or go online here.

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For more detailed vehicle crime prevention information, visit the “Protect Your Property” section of our website: www.herts.police.uk/protectyourproperty

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Glen Stanway
(Hertfordshire Constabulary, PCSO, East Herts - Buntingford Rural)