Attempted Theft of motor vehicle in Windmill Lane, Cheshunt

Attempted Theft of motor vehicle in Windmill Lane, Cheshunt

Dear Resident

Between 22:20 - 22:30 hours on Thursday 20th February 2025 an attempted theft of a moped occurred in Windmill Lane, Cheshunt (near to Tesco)

Offender(s) have approached the moped that was parked at the location and have lifted it up and dropped it twice and were overheard by a member of public to say “COME ON IF YOU CAN GET IT STARTED WE'LL GO OFF WITH IT”. Offender(s) have then made off in an unknown direction, leaving the moped in situ.

Please contact the police non-emergency number 101, quoting crime number 41/16747/25 if you or your neighbours have any information relating to this crime. Alternatively, you can give information anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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

Tips to prevent vehicle crime:

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

Always remove keys from the ignition even if you’re just stopping to buy a newspaper.

When parking, remember to set your immobiliser or alarm if you have them, 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.

Remove your satnav and holder and wipe away suction marks which could indicate that a satnav is stored in your vehicle.

Be aware of your keys. Don’t leave them lying around, visible or in pockets in changing rooms where they could be taken. Don’t leave them visible on a windowsill or near to your front door, where they could be “hooked” through the letterbox.

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

Secure number plates with anti-theft screws.

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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Laura Shearsby
(Hertfordshire Constabulary, PCSO, Broxbourne - Hoddesdon Town, Hoddesdon South and Broxbourne)