Crime update

Crime update

Dear Resident

The Police have received stolen reports for the following vehicles in the Newhall area.

A Black Toyota Rav 4 – Penns Lane on Wednesday 8th April 2026– Keyless theft.

A Black Nissan Nivara – Cottage Lane on Wednesday 9th April 2026 – stolen by unknown means.

A Blue Audi – Lindridge Drive on Suday 12th April 2026 – Keyless theft. The vehicle was found and has now been recovered.

Please follow the below crime prevention advice.

Relay Theft

Vehicles fitted with a smart or passive key are susceptible to relay theft. The key system allows you to gain entry and start your vehicle without the need to interact with your vehicle’s key.

Criminals use specialist equipment that has the ability to grab the signal from the car to the smart key so that it appears to the car that the key is present. Your vehicle is most vulnerable overnight, particularly if parked on your driveway or directly outside your home.

How to prevent this:

When not in use – either at home or when out and about – store your key in a security pouch. Security pouches are sometimes termed Faraday bags or signal blockers/shields and there are many security rated versions on the market. These pouches will prevent the signal from your vehicle being captured using electronic devices.

Remember to secure both keys in a security pouch.

Kind Regards

PCSO Gill Whittingham

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