Vehicle Crime - Theft From

Vehicle Crime - Theft From

I wanted to provide you with an update regarding Vehicle Crime - theft from / theft of, which people around your area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the priority survey.

We received a report of a vehicle being entered on West Park Road where unknown persons have attempted to steal items but nothing was taken.

The vehicle is a silver Mercedes.

This took place on 31/10/2026 between 03:30am and 03:35am.

We are appealing for any information or CCTV that may assist us with our investigation and encourage residents to contact us.
Your information and vigilance play a key role in assisting our investigations.

Our teams are actively patrolling and engaging with residents to reduce and deter criminal activity.

To keep your vehicle safe, please follow the below advice:

- Always lock your vehicle, keep windows secured and remove everything from sight (double check before walking away).
- Keep your documents safe and make sure they are stored at home, not in your vehicle.
- Consider installing CCTV or video doorbells that cover your driveway or parking area.
- Parking in well-lit areas reduces opportunities for offenders.
- If you have a keyless car, ensure your keys are well away from the car, put them in a signal-blocking pouch such as a faraday bag or turn off wireless signals on your fob when it is not being used.
- Report any suspicious behaviour immediately; your call could prevent a crime or help us catch an offender in the act.

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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