Defrosting your vehicles on cold mornings

Please do not leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running while defrosting!

As the colder weather approaches, motorists are reminded not to leave their vehicles running unattended to warm up or defrost.

Opportunistic thieves may take advantage of vehicles left running with the keys inside, even if you are only away for a few minutes.

Please follow these simple precautions:

Never leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running.

Keep your keys with you at all times.

Ensure your vehicle is locked when unattended.

Use a suitable ice scraper and de-icer to clear your windows.

Never leave valuables on display.

A few minutes of convenience could result in the loss of your vehicle.

Message Sent By
Darren Capewell
(Staffordshire Police, PCSO, Newcastle under Lyme)