Crime Prevention – Mobile Phone Theft

Crime Prevention – Mobile Phone Theft

Dear residents,

We want to help keep our local community safe. 

Here are some simple steps to help protect your mobile phone when out and about:

• Look up and look out – stay aware of your surroundings.

• Avoid texting while walking.

• If you need to use your phone, stand away from the roadside, preferably close to a building or wall.

• Keep your phone out of sight when you have finished using it.

• Use your phone’s security features, such as Face ID, fingerprint or a strong passcode.

• Make a note of your phone’s IMEI number by dialling *#06# and keep it somewhere safe.

• Never put yourself at risk or confront an offender if your phone is stolen.

If a theft has just happened, or you feel unsafe, call 999.  For non-emergency reports, call 101 or report online.

For further advice, visit the Metropolitan Police website.