Local Priorities Theft (shoplifting, personal, other) Message

Local Priorities Theft (shoplifting, personal, other) Message

I wanted to provide you with an update regarding Theft (shoplifting, personal, other), which people around your area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the priority survey.

🚔 Community Crime Prevention Advice – Blaenavon

Gwent Police has recently received a report of a vehicle window being smashed in order to steal property that had been left on display inside the vehicle.

We would like to remind all residents and visitors in the Blaenavon area to help protect themselves against opportunist thieves by ensuring that no valuables are left visible inside their vehicles. Items such as handbags, wallets, mobile phones, tools, shopping bags, sat navs and loose change can attract unwanted attention and make your vehicle a target.

✅ Crime Prevention Tips:

Remove all valuables from your vehicle when leaving it unattended.
If items must be left in the vehicle, place them securely in the boot before reaching your destination.
Ensure all windows and doors are fully closed and locked.
Park in well-lit, busy areas where possible.
Do not leave vehicle documents or spare keys inside the vehicle.

Criminals only need a few seconds to target an insecure or attractive vehicle. By taking simple precautions, you can significantly reduce the risk of becoming a victim of theft.

👀 If you witness any suspicious activity around vehicles, or have information about crime in your area, please report it to Gwent Police via 101, online, or dial 999 in an emergency where a crime is in progress.

Working together, we can help keep Blaenavon a safe place for everyone. #CrimePrevention #ProtectYourProperty #Blaenavon #CommunitySafety 🚔

If you ever experience this issue or have information regarding an incident, please report it using our online reporting tools at https://www.gwent.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 per cent 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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