Vehicle Crime - Attempted theft from a motor vehicle - Hemel Hempstead

Vehicle Crime - Attempted theft from a motor vehicle - Hemel Hempstead

Dear Resident

On Simmonds Rise, Hemel Hempstead, an attempted theft from a motor vehicle took place at approximately 20:30hrs on 11/03/2025.

Between material times, offender(s) have approached the victim's vehicle and have smashed the passenger side window, attempting to break in. Offender(s) have then left in an unknown direction.

If you or your neighbours have any information relating to this crime, or if you have captured any relevant footage on your CCTV or doorbell camera, please contact the police non-emergency number 101, quoting crime number: 41/23198/25.

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

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

Tips to prevent vehicle crime:

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

Always remove keys, even if you’re just stopping to buy fuel.

Never leave valuables in your vehicle, even carrier bags – not even in the glove box or boot.

Be aware of your keys. Don’t leave them unattended, or in pockets in changing rooms, or visible through your windows or front door.

If you have a vicinity key, keep it in a signal blocking pouch away from the front of your house.

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: Preventing car and vehicle theft | Crime Prevention | Hertfordshire Constabulary (herts.police.uk)

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Becca Creber
(Hertfordshire Constabulary, PCSO, Dacorum - Town Centre)