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🚗 STOLEN VEHICLE RECOVERED 🚓✨
Another great result today. A stolen Nissan Navara has been safely recovered from the South Normanton area.
We always say it, and today proved it again:
If something doesn’t feel right… it probably isn’t.
And your quick calls and messages made all the difference.
With Nissan Navaras` being targeted recently, your vigilance has been absolutely spot‑on. The moment something looked out of place, you let us know — and that teamwork helped us get this one back where it belongs.
🚘 How to Protect Your Vehicle From Being Stolen 🔑 1. Always take the basics seriously These seem obvious, but a huge number of thefts happen when these steps are missed: Lock all doors and windows, even during quick stops.Remove the key from the ignition — including on driveways and petrol stations.Keep keys away from doors and windows inside your home.
📡 2. Use a steering wheel lock A highly visible deterrent that makes thieves look elsewhere. Covers the whole wheel rather than a simple bar
🛰️ 3. Fit a tracker If the vehicle is taken, a tracker massively increases the chances of recovery. Choose a Thatcham-approved tracking systemSubscription models often have better police‑linked recovery services
🔒 4. Install additional security devices These can make theft more difficult: OBD port locks or relocatorsGhost immobilisers (non‑visible, PIN‑activated via vehicle buttons)High‑quality aftermarket alarms
📶 5. Protect keyless entry cars Relay theft is one of the most common modern methods. Keep keys in a Faraday pouchStore spare keys in one tooCheck it works — if you can unlock your car while the key is inside, replace the pouchDisable passive entry in the vehicle settings if possible
🌙 6. Park smart Make your vehicle harder to take: Park in a well‑lit, busy areaTurn wheels towards the kerb on the roadsidePark close to walls or another vehicle to restrict accessUse CCTV or a video doorbell if parking at home
📦 7. Remove valuables and tools Thieves break in for what’s inside as often as for the vehicle. Remove work tools overnightTake bags, electronics, and valuables out of sightDon’t leave documents that show your address
🔧 8. Mark your vehicle and parts Consider: Etching windows with registration or VINMarking catalytic converters and major components with forensic marking kitsThese make the vehicle harder to break up and sell.
🚔 9. Update software & recall fixes Manufacturers regularly patch security weaknesses.
Check: Your vehicle’s appManufacturer websiteLocal dealer for firmware updates
Stay vigilant, stay safe! 
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