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Theft from Keyless Motor Vehicle

Dear Resident,

 

Overnight from the 19th of August into the early hours of the 20th, a series of theft from motor vehicles have occurred along Stortford Hall Park and Avenue Road in Bishop's Stortford.

 

If you have any information relating to these crime's you can click the reply button at the bottom of the email, or by contacting the police on the non-emergency number 101.

 

Alternatively, you can give information anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

 

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.
  • 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.
  • Keep keyless vehicle keys in a faraday/signal blocking pouch and store this away from the front of your address.
  • Register your valuables on www.immobilise.com.
  • Store car ownership documents at home, not in your car.
  • Secure number plates with anti-theft screws.
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    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.

     

    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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    Message Sent By
    Lucy Townsend
    (Hertfordshire Constabulary, PCSO, East Herts - Bishop's Stortford & Sawbridgeworth)
    Neighbourhood Alert