Dear Members

In the past few days, there have been reports of a male attempting to open car doors and taking items from an unlocked vehicle in the area. The male is described as 5'6'' tall, of stocky build, wearing dark clothes and a dark hat, and at that time he was carrying a shopping bag.

We urge everyone to take the following precautions to protect your property:

·  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. 

·  Register your stereo and other valuables on www.immobilise.com.

·  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

Let’s work together to keep our community safe. Please share this message with your neighbours and encourage them to join Herts Connected for updates and advice.

Best Regards

PCSO 6007 Angelo Pavlou

Letchworth Police Station

Nevells Rd, SG6 4TS